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This week, we take a look at the escalating conflict between Thailand and Cambodia over unresolved territorial disputes, including the contentious area near the ancient Preah Vihear Temple. As tensions reach their tensest point in many years, we explore the historical roots of the disagreement, recent developments, and the geopolitical dynamics, especially involving the power play between the US and China. As always, we share heartfelt intentions and prayers aimed at encouraging peaceful dialogue between the two countries. 
If you wish, you can go straight to our guided time of prayer and intention sending, and join with us in sending energy at: 11 minutes 22 seconds.
Suggested Intention Focus for this week
This week, as the border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand intensifies to one of its tensest stand-offs in recent years, we suggest holding as our main intention:
We will that there will be a move among the governments and military leadership of both Thailand and Cambodia to avoid hasty or reactionary decisions that might escalate to military action between the two countries.
Please join us in holding this.
Chapter markers:
00:00:00            Introduction
00:00:59            Thailand-Cambodia Border Dispute
00:06:27            Current Developments in the Dispute
00:08:47            Geopolitical Implications
00:11:22            Intentions and Prayers
Sources referenced in this episode:
http://casebook.icrc.org/case-study/cambodiathailand-border-conflict-around-temple-preah-vihear
https://archive.aessweb.com/index.php/5007/article/view/2465
https://asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Thai-Cambodian-armies-clash-at-border-5-things-to-know
https://asianews.network/cambodia-holds-ground-on-icj-resolution-of-border-issue-with-thailand-subject-off-table-for-june-14-talks/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cambodian%E2%80%93Thai_border_dispute
https://rsis.edu.sg/blog/rsis/the-thai-cambodia-border-dispute-and-implications-for-asean/
https://spice.fsi.stanford.edu/docs/thailand_and_cambodia_the_battle_for_preah_vihear
https://thai.news/news/thailand/thailand-cambodia-border-tensions-diplomatic-efforts-for-peaceful-resolution-2025
https://theasialive.com/u-s-ally-and-chinas-strategic-partner-exchange-fire-in-southeast-asia-cambodia-thailand-border-skirmish-raises-fears-of-renewed-regional-instability/2025/06/02/
https://thediplomat.com/2025/06/cambodia-says-it-will-take-thai-border-dispute-to-international-court/
https://thethaiger.com/news/national/tensions-rise-thai-cambodian-border-dispute-intensifies
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/6/6/thailand-ready-for-high-level-operation-in-cambodia-border-dispute
https://www.arabnews.com/node/2603576/world
https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/3043466/thai-military-prepared-for-high-level-operation-if-cambodia-border-row-escalates
https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/politics/3042720/thailand-rejects-the-international-court-of-justices-jurisdiction
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-06/thailand-vows-to-defend-border-amid-tensions-with-cambodia
https://www.dw.com/en/why-are-thailand-and-cambodia-clashing-over-koh-kood-island/a-71212061
https://www.eurasiantimes.com/cambodia-says-to-file-complaint/
https://www.euronews.com/2025/06/02/cambodia-to-take-up-long-running-border-dispute-with-thailand-at-uns-top-court
https://www.euronews.com/2025/06/02/cambodia-to-take-up-long-running-border-dispute-with-thailand-at-uns-top-court
https://www.khaosodenglish.com/politics/2025/06/05/thailand-cambodia-border-tensions-rise-with-nationalism/
https://www.nationthailand.com/blogs/news/asean/40050850
https://www.nationthailand.com/news/asean/40050884
https://www.nationthailand.com/news/general/40050890
https://www.nationthailand.com/news/politics/40050881
https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/border-tensions-whats-behind-row-between-thailand-cambodia-2025-06-06/
https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/thai-military-prepared-high-level-operation-if-cambodia-border-row-escalates-2025-06-06/
https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/thailand-urges-positive-engagement-after-cambodia-threatens-take-dispute-world-2025-06-05/
https://www.rfa.org/english/cambodia/2025/06/04/cambodia-thailand-border-dispute/
Join us in person for intention holding:  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer.  
Our websites:   
www.heartfulimpact.com/   Our show website.  
https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events.  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism.  
https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group.  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding.  
Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions.  
Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms.  
Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com.  
Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock).  
Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites.  
Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.

In this emergency episode, we turn attention to where our prayers and intentions are needed following the crash of Air India flight AI171 shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. We consider what's known about the incident and invite  listeners to unite in collective intention, prayers, and meditation for the individuals and communities affected. 
If you wish, you can go straight to this guided time of prayer and intention sending, and join with us in sending energy at 9 minutes 8 seconds.
Suggested Intention Focus for this week
This week, as we record following the crash of an Air India flight en route beyween Ahmedabad and London, we suggest holding as our main intention:
We will for an outflowing of light to protect, comfort and sustain all affected by the crash of flight Air India AI171 near Ahmedabad just after take-off.
Please join us in holding this.
Chapter markers:
00:00:00            Introduction
00:09:08            Intentions and Prayers for Healing          
00:01:33            What’s known about the The Ahmedabad plane crash
Sources referenced in this episode:
https://economictimes.com/industry/transportation/airlines-/-aviation/ahmedabad-plane-crash-heres-all-we-know-about-the-air-india-flight-with-over-200-onboard/articleshow/121798739.cms
https://news.sky.com/story/what-we-know-so-far-after-air-india-flight-to-london-gatwick-crashes-13382509
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/ahmedabad-air-india-plane-crash-news-live-air-india-london-flight-crash-sardar-vallabhbhai-patel-international-airport-deaths-injured-rescue-operation-latest-updates/liveblog/121799226.cms
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/live/air-india-crash-live-ai171-ahmedabad-latest-news-091906454.html
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2025/6/12/live-air-india-flight-carrying-at-least-244-people-crashes-on-takeoff
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c8xgz1905ddt
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/air-india-plane-crash-ahmedabad-flight-ai171-to-london-gatwick/
https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/12/world/video/india-plane-crash-digvid
https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/ahmedabad-india-plane-crash-06-12-25
https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/ahmedabad-plane-crash-live-updates-air-india-flight-crashes-ahmedabad-airport-death-toll-news-101749717953751.html
https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/passenger-list-of-the-ahmedabad-plane-crash-what-we-know-so-far-2739746-2025-06-12
https://www.lbc.co.uk/world-news/air-india-plane-crash-boeing-787-dreamliner-gatwick-live-updates/
https://www.lbc.co.uk/world-news/uk-bound-passenger-plane-crashes-close-to-indias-ahmedabad-airport-with-242-peop/
https://www.manxradio.com/news/world-news/what-we-know-so-far-after-air-india-flight-to-london-gatwick-crashes/
https://www.npr.org/2025/06/12/nx-s1-5431407/air-india-crash-ahmedabad-boeing
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/12/world/asia/india-plane-crash-what-to-know.html
https://www.reuters.com/world/india/india-plane-crash-updates-2025-06-12/
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/06/12/uk-bound-plane-crashes-take-off-air-india/
https://www.thenewsminute.com/news/air-india-flight-crashes-after-takeoff-near-ahmedabad-240-onboard
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/06/12/air-india-ai171-crash-ahmedabad-london/
https://www.yahoo.com/news/air-india-says-crashed-aircraft-092027618.html
Join us in person for intention holding:  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer.  
Our websites:   
www.heartfulimpact.com/   Our show website.  
https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events.  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism.  
https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group.  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding.  
Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions.  
Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms.  
Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com.  
Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock).  
Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites.  
Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.   

In this episode, we delve into how to respond to narcissistic abuse of victims. Building upon last week’s discussion, we explore practical ways to identify, resist, and recover from the detrimental effects of narcissism in various aspects of life, including at work and in personal relationships. We draw on expert advice, including such things as recognizing narcissistic behaviors, setting assertive boundaries, and protecting one's mental and emotional well-being, as well as learning about effective communication techniques for managing interactions with narcissists, such as the grey rock method and the B-I-F-F approach .
Intentions and prayers start at 25 minutes 6 seconds.
Suggested Intention Focus for this week
This week, as we reflect on protecting the wellbeing of those who are the victims of narcissistic abuse, we suggest holding as our main intention:
We will that we will stay mindful of how we spend our emotional and mental energy in every situation, knowing that we needn’t accept any negativity that is directed at us.
Please join us in holding this.
Help sources for victims of narcissistic abuse include the following:
General International and Virtual Support
Crisis Text Line: Offers 24/7 support for emotional abuse. Text CONNECT to 741741 (available in the USA, Canada, UK, and Ireland). https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/emotional-abuse/
Online Communities & Support Groups: Websites like NarcissistAbuseSupport.com (https://narcissistabusesupport.com/) and See Through NPD (https://www.seethrough.org.uk/) provide resources, survivor stories, and forums for those affected globally.
MyNARA App: A digital tool designed for narcissistic abuse recovery, accessible internationally. https://mynara.app/
Verywell Mind: Guides on finding narcissistic abuse support groups, including both in-person and online options. https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-find-a-narcissistic-abuse-support-group-5271477
Meetup Groups: Local and virtual groups, such as “Support for Victims of Narcissistic Abuse” on Meetup.com, offer peer support. https://www.meetup.com/scottsdales-narcissism-not-needed-conversational-group/
Country-specific resources (selected English-speaking countries)
USA & Canada
Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741 for immediate support. https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/emotional-abuse/
Center for Hope WNY: Provides education, support groups, and referrals for victims of narcissistic abuse in the USA. https://centerforhopewny.org/
UK & Ireland
Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741 (UK & Ireland). https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/emotional-abuse/
See Through NPD: UK-based resource offering information, validation, and community for victims of narcissistic abuse. https://www.seethrough.org.uk/
NHS and Local Domestic Abuse Services: Many local charities and NHS mental health services provide support for emotional and narcissistic abuse.
Australia & New Zealand
1800RESPECT (Australia): 24/7 national counselling line for family, domestic, and sexual violence. Phone: 1800 737 732, Text: 0458 737 732. https://www.1800respect.org.au/online-chat-1800respect 
Lifeline (Australia): 24/7 crisis support. Phone: 13 11 14. https://www.lifeline.org.au/
MensLine Australia: Support for men and boys. Phone: 1300 789 9786.
DVConnect Womensline (Australia): Crisis support for women. Phone: 1800 811 811. https://www.dvconnect.org/womensline/
DVConnect Mensline (Australia): Support for men. Phone: 1800 600 636. https://mensline.org.au/
myDr.com.au: Information on narcissistic personality disorder and self-care strategies for those affected. https://mydr.com.au/mental-health/narcissistic-personality-disorder-npd/
New Zealand: While not specifically relating to narcissistic abuse, services exist such as Lifeline NZ (https://www.lifeline.org.nz/) and Women’s Refuge (https://womensrefuge.org.nz/).
Consider also what emotional support you may receive from trusted individuals such as friends, family, and counsellors, and legal and advocacy services that are available for victims of abuse.
Chapter markers:
00:00:00            Introduction
00:01:04            Understanding Narcissism in Leadership
00:01:48            Resilience Against Narcissistic Abuse
00:08:45            Building Support Networks
00:12:41            Communicating with a Narcissist
00:17:13            Navigating Workplace Challenges
00:21:48            Engaging with HR and Reporting
00:25:06            Intentions for Healing
Sources referenced in this episode:
https://depthcounseling.org/blog/therapy-for-narcissistic-abuse-victims
https://getcourtready.co.uk/blog/legal-strategies-against-a-narcissist-in-court-a-uk-perspective
https://hbr.org/2016/04/how-to-work-for-a-narcissistic-boss
https://heartcount.com/blog/employee-relations-examples/
https://highconflictinstitute.com/personality-disorders/7-tips-for-managing-your-narcissistic-boss/
https://interviewprep.org/should-i-go-to-hr-over-these-workplace-issues/
https://jreidtherapy.com/keys-to-deal-with-a-narcissist/
https://narcissistfamilyfiles.com/category/the-narcissist-family-files/4-insidious-ways-that-narcissistic-abuse-isolates-the-victim/
https://narcissisticman.com/narcissistic-abuse-recovery/how-to/how-to-communicate-with-a-narcissist/
https://nationallegalservice.co.uk/understanding-narcissistic-abuse/
https://neurolaunch.com/detached-personality/
https://nickwignall.com/how-to-stop-taking-things-personally/
https://parade.com/living/phrases-to-disarm-a-narcissist
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11155208/
https://psychcentral.com/blog/recovering-narcissist/2017/09/these-5-self-care-practices-can-save-your-life-after-emotional-abuse
https://psychcentral.com/blog/recovering-narcissist/2019/11/11-things-you-should-never-do-with-a-narcissist-harm-reduction-with-toxic-manipulators
https://psychcentral.com/disorders/narcissistic-personality-disorder/covert-narcissistic-abuse
https://psychcentral.com/pro/recovery-expert/2019/08/setting-boundaries-with-a-narcissist
https://psychology.tips/how-not-to-take-things-personally/
https://rightasrain.uwmedicine.org/life/work/narcissist-boss
https://rightasrain.uwmedicine.org/life/work/narcissist-boss
https://standhr.com/blog/when-to-escalate-internal-problems-to-hr
https://survivingnarcissism.co.uk/reclaim-your-power-9-steps-to-heal-after-narcissistic-abuse/
https://the-conflictexpert.com/2024/02/01/how-to-handle-conflict-with-a-narcissist-and-stay-sane/
https://www.askamanager.org/2021/09/when-should-go-to-hr-and-when-should-you-not.html
https://www.attachmentproject.com/psychology/dealing-with-narcissist/
https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Good-Boundaries-A-Practical-Guide-for-Setting-Healthy-Limits-with-a-Narcissist-with-Your-Family-with-Your-Friends-and-at-Work-Audiobook/B0D51MFMH4
https://www.blinkist.com/magazine/posts/how-to-not-take-things-personally
https://www.btr.org/narcissists-groom-victims/
https://www.centreofexcellence.com/taking-control-from-a-narcissist/
https://www.charliehealth.com/post/how-to-set-boundaries-with-a-narcissist
https://www.charliehealth.com/post/the-long-term-effects-of-narcissistic-abuse
https://www.charliehealth.com/post/things-narcissists-say-in-an-argument-and-what-they-really-mean
https://www.choosingtherapy.com/deal-with-narcissist/
https://www.choosingtherapy.com/narcissistic-boss/
https://www.choosingtherapy.com/recovering-from-narcissistic-abuse/
https://www.choosingtherapy.com/setting-boundaries-with-a-narcissist/
https://www.consultclarity.org/post/stop-taking-things-personally
https://www.forbes.com/sites/lucianapaulise/2024/02/20/8-strategies-to-manage-up-when-you-have-a-narcissistic-boss/
https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-deal-with-a-narcissist
https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/9-tips-for-narcissistic-abuse-recovery
https://www.healthline.com/health/narcissistic-victim-syndrome
https://www.hopefulminds.co.uk/how-to-break-free-from-a-narcissistic-relationship-steps-for-healing-2/
https://www.icanotes.com/2024/09/24/understanding-narcissistic-abuse-tactics-in-intimate-partner-violence/
https://www.inc.com/lolly-daskal/10-powerful-ways-to-deal-with-your-narcissistic-bo.html
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/escalate-the-issue
https://www.judgeanthony.com/blog/how-not-to-take-things-personal-practical-strategies-for-everyday-life
https://www.linkedin.com/advice/0/how-do-you-know-when-its-time-escalate-problem-64twc
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/signs-you-dealing-narcissistic-boss-what-do-katia-beeden
https://www.mythrivepsychology.com/thrive-blog/navigating-love-after-narcissistic-abuse
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/getting-help-for-domestic-violence/
https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/addiction-and-recovery/202104/the-methods-narcissists-use-traumatize-their-victims
https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/here-there-and-everywhere/202402/7-strategies-for-coping-with-a-narcissistic-boss
https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/narcissism-demystified/202006/7-ways-set-boundaries-narcissists
https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/the-narcissist-in-your-life/202001/the-dos-and-donts-working-narcissist-boss
https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/understanding-narcissism/201710/how-de-escalate-fight-narcissist
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/how-to-be-yourself/202011/6-ways-to-not-take-things-personally
https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/managing-smart/managers-call-hr
https://www.talenshealth.co.uk/post/recovering-from-narcissistic-abuse-7-essential-steps-to-healing
https://www.talkspace.com/mental-health/conditions/articles/how-to-leave-a-narcissist/
https://www.talkspace.com/mental-health/conditions/articles/how-to-set-boundaries-with-a-narcissist/
https://www.talkspace.com/mental-health/conditions/articles/narcissistic-abuse-recover-heal/
https://www.therapywithab.com/blog/2023/11/20/protect-yourself-learning-to-set-boundaries-with-a-narcissist
https://www.verywellhealth.com/narcissistic-abuse-recovery-challenges-and-treatment-5210945
https://www.verywellmind.com/10-phrases-to-disarm-a-narcissist-7693217
https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-manipulate-a-narcissist-8671825
Join us in person for intention holding:  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer.  
Our websites:   
www.heartfulimpact.com/   Our show website.  
https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events.  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism.  
https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group.  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding.  
Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions.  
Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms.  
Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com.  
Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock).  
Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites.  
Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.   

In what we hope is a thought-provoking episode, this week we delve into the world of the narcissism, especially in politics and organizations. We explore how narcissistic traits often permeate leadership roles, with the potential to impact organizations, societies, and global politics, not to mention having detrimental effects on individuals' wellbeing. Far from being a straightforward topic, we also see why some people in the public eye who may appear  to be narcissistic may in fact, not be. And as always, we look at where we might focus our intentions and prayers, both for narcissists themselves, and for those affected by toxic narcissism in organizations, at home and  in society more generally.
Intention holding and prayers start at 23 minutes 45 seconds.
Suggested Intention Focus for this week
This week, as we reflect upon the damaging consequences of narcissism among political and organisational leaders, we suggest holding as our main intention:
We will that there will be a movement of compassion among the leaders of all organisations and government worldwide, opening their hearts and minds to the responsibility of upholding the dignity and well-being of all the people they serve.
Please join us in holding this.
Mentioned in this episode:
John Harden’s assessment of narcissistic traits seen among US Presidents:
https://www.newsweek.com/most-narcissistic-presidents-modern-united-states-history-ranked-1743670 (original paper published in the Journal of Conflict Resolution Volume 67, Issue 5, September 2022, at https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/00220027221123757).
Book: Dictator's Handbook: A Practical Manual for the Aspiring Tyrant, by Randall Wood and Carmine DeLuca. Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Dictators-Handbook-Practical-Manual-Aspiring/dp/0615652425/ref=sr_1_10 (we do not recommend our listeners aspire to take its advice). 
Our recent episode exploring polarisation and the authenticity crisis: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-67aav-18bf480
Chapter markers:
00:00:00            Introduction
00:01:23            Exploring Narcissism
00:02:46            Understanding Narcissism
00:06:43            Narcissism in Leadership
00:07:13            Political Narcissism
00:11:39            Consequences of Narcissistic Leadership
00:15:49            The Impact on Society
00:17:48            Historical Perspectives on Narcissism
00:21:22            Navigating Relationships with Narcissists
00:22:55            Intentions and Prayers for Change
00:26:46            Holding Compassionate Intentions
00:23:45            Intentions and Prayers
Sources referenced in this episode:
https://apn.com/resources/14-signs-youre-dealing-with-a-narcissist/
https://assets.cambridge.org/97811070/08724/frontmatter/9781107008724_frontmatter.pdf
https://balancerehabclinic.com/ceos-and-narcissism/
https://bpspsychub.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/joop.12555
https://corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2021/10/25/are-narcissistic-ceos-all-that-bad/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narcissism
https://fearlessculture.design/blog-posts/narcissistic-leaders-destroy-culture-from-within
https://fortune.com/2024/05/23/ceo-narcissist-study-linkedin-profile/
https://journals.aom.org/doi/full/10.5465/AMBPP.2021.15212abstract
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https://thenextwavefutures.wordpress.com/2023/06/24/choose-narcissists-as-leaders-johnson-trump-democracy-generations/
https://www.britannica.com/science/narcissism
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2018.00422/full
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2022.858779/full
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https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1579958/pdf
https://www.helpguide.org/mental-health/personality-disorders/narcissistic-personality-disorder
https://www.hrmagazine.co.uk/content/features/the-prevalence-of-narcissist-ceos/
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/impact-narcissism-politics-lauro-amezcua-patino-3ekic
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/narcissistic-personality-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20366662
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-024-03159-2
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556001/
https://www.psychiatry.org/news-room/apa-blogs/what-is-narcissistic-personality-disorder
https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/basics/narcissism
https://www.psypost.org/narcissism-may-be-fueling-political-polarization-according-to-new-psychology-research/
https://www.psypost.org/narcissistic-ceos-are-more-likely-to-fake-emotions-when-they-feel-lonely-study-finds/
https://www.psypost.org/psychology-study-indicates-that-narcissists-are-more-involved-in-politics-than-the-rest-of-us/
https://www.richtmann.org/journal/index.php/ajis/article/download/13053/12645/45971
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0090261621000437
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https://www.strategicmanagement.net/publications-resources/strategic-management-explorer/understanding-how-ceo-narcissism-can-shape-risk-taking/
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/narcissism-symptoms-signs
Join us in person for intention holding:  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer.  
Our websites:   
www.heartfulimpact.com/   Our show website.  
https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events.  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism.  
https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group.  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding.  
Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions.  
Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms.  
Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com.  
Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock).  
Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites.  
Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.   
 

In this episode, we explore the pressing issues of  the social authenticity crisis affecting many societies globally, which is being driven among other reasons by AI-generated content, political polarization, and eroded trust in institutions. We discuss how this crisis impacts our daily lives, the difficulty in distinguishing genuine information, and the role of misinformation in deepening divides. We also explore the implications of polarization on mental health, relationships, and social well-being. As always, we guide listeners through intentions and prayers aimed at fostering dialogue, understanding, and a movement towards a beloved community that embraces difference.
Intentions and prayers start at 17 minutes 10 seconds.
Suggested Intention Focus for this week
This week, as we consider the critical crisis of authenticity affecting many polarised societies, and in the face of increasingly unreliable and deliberately fake information sources that many of us are exposed to, we suggest holding as our main intention:
We will that there will be widespread awareness of the value of working toward a beloved community that celebrates and embraces, rather than polarizes and demonises, differences of views and ways of being.
Please join us in holding this.
Chapter markers:
00:00:00            Introduction
00:01:56            Understanding the Authenticity Crisis
00:04:27            The Rising Polarization
00:09:06            Effects of Polarization on Society
00:12:28            The Personal Impact of Polarization
00:16:27            Moving Towards Healing and Change
00:17:10            Intentions and Prayers
Useful resources relating to this episode:
Global Healing Response Quarter 1 2025 theme, Authenticity/Groundedness https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2025-q1-authenticity-groundedness/
Global Healing Response Quarter 2 2025 theme, Authenticity/Grit https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2025-q1-authenticity-groundedness-2/
Listen to our episode, Embracing Authenticity at: https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/embracing-authenticity-a-new-years-journey-to-true-change/
 The 2025 Edelman’s Trust Barometer Global Report can be downloaded at https://www.edelman.com/trust/2025/trust-barometer 
Sources referenced in this episode:
https://academic.oup.com/pnasnexus/article/2/8/pgad246/7234412
https://academic.oup.com/pnasnexus/article/3/10/pgae426/7821170
https://adata.pro/blog/5-things-you-should-know-about-crisis-communications-in-2025/
https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/europpblog/2025/05/14/the-perceived-independence-of-information-sources-has-a-powerful-impact-on-polarisation/
https://ifstudies.org/blog/now-political-polarization-comes-for-marriage-prospects
https://mediate.com/bridging-the-divide-how-family-values-and-conflict-resolution-shape-our-polarized-world/
https://carnegieendowment.org/2022/01/18/what-happens-when-democracies-become-perniciously-polarized-pub-86190
https://carnegieendowment.org/research/2023/09/polarization-democracy-and-political-violence-in-the-united-states-what-the-research-says
https://cess-nuffield.nuff.ox.ac.uk/files/Eugen-Dimant_Hate-Trumps-Love.pdf
https://cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/next-gen-technologies/why-data-quality-and-authenticity-will-be-essential-for-ai-in-2025/117957184
https://cobsinsights.org/2024/10/16/the-ripple-effects-of-political-polarization-in-society/
https://coreywilkspsyd.com/2025-predictions/
https://ecpr.eu/Events/Event/PanelDetails/13043
https://ejpr.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1475-6765.12623
https://fgsglobal.com/insights/crisis-management-2025-trends-and-developments
https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/system/files/2023-05/ran_the_media_and_polarisation_052023_en.pdf
https://hub.genwell.ca/political-polarization-impact-on-social-isolation-disconnection-and-loneliness/
https://indianexpress.com/article/trending/top-10-listing/top-10-most-powerful-countries-in-the-world-2025-where-does-india-rank-9816599/
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https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/17456916231186409
https://llyc.global/en/ideas/the-psychological-factors-associated-with-polarization/
https://misinforeview.hks.harvard.edu/article/misinformation-in-action-fake-news-exposure-is-linked-to-lower-trust-in-media-higher-trust-in-government-when-your-side-is-in-power/
https://newdiscourses.com/2021/04/authenticity-and-the-woke-crisis-of-the-real/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/isj.12453
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https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11093341/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8630091/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9802430/
https://prsay.prsa.org/2025/01/03/brand-authenticity-and-other-emerging-trends-impacting-public-relations-in-2025/
https://reutersinstitute.politics.ox.ac.uk/echo-chambers-filter-bubbles-and-polarisation-literature-review
https://ronntorossian.com/the-evolution-of-public-affairs-in-2025-authenticity-digital-transformation-and-crisis-management/
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https://www.icip.cat/perlapau/en/article/polarization-harms-democracy-and-society/
https://www.iofc.org/en/news/healing-polarization-2025
https://www.kungfu.ai/blog-post/ai-authenticity--what-does-it-mean-to-be-real-in-2025
https://www.nature.com/articles/s44271-024-00089-2
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https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/exploring-the-links-between-political-polarization-and-declining-trust-in-news-media
https://www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2014/10/21/political-polarization-media-habits/
https://www.psychiatrist.com/news/the-psychology-of-political-polarization/
https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/its-not-just-in-your-head/202409/polarization-contributes-to-rising-reports-of-anxiety
https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/news/political-polarization-poses-health-risks-new-analysis-concludes
https://www.queensu.ca/gazette/stories/political-polarization-affecting-mental-health
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https://www.uwyo.edu/news/2021/02/researchers-find-broad-impacts-from-political-polarization.html
https://www.verywellmind.com/group-polarization-theories-and-examples-7547335
https://www.visionofhumanity.org/trend-of-political-disruption-kickstarts-again-in-2025/
https://www.visualcapitalist.com/polarization-across-28-countries/
https://www.voronoiapp.com/demographics/Over-30
https://www.youthforum.org/files/220420-article-polarisation.pdf
Join us in person for intention holding:  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer.  
Our websites:   
www.heartfulimpact.com/   Our show website.  
https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events.  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism.  
https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group.  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding.  
Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions.  
Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms.  
Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com.  
Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock).  
Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites.  
Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.   

In this episode, we explore the current political turbulence in Serbia. The country is experiencing significant unrest marked by mass protests, democratic backsliding, and challenges to human rights. As international observers express concern over the erosion of democratic norms, we delve into the nature of Serbia's political scene, and the country's precarious stance between the EU and Russia. As always, we look at where we might focus our intentions and prayers, and invite you to join us in holding these.
Suggested Intention Focus for this week
This week, as Serbia’s political situation remains finely balanced, with the government consolidating power amid mounting domestic and international challenges and mass unrest at home, we suggest holding as our main intention:
We will that Serbia’s President, Prime Minister and cabinet will be guided by wise and compassionate counsel that seeks to guard against democratic backsliding.
Please join us in holding this.
Our guided time of prayer and intention sending starts at 10 minutes 30 seconds.
Chapter markers:
00:00:00            Introduction
00:01:13            Understanding Serbia’s Political Turbulence
00:10:28            Holding Intentions for Change
Sources referenced in this episode:
https://balkaninsight.com/2025/04/15/buying-time-serbia-gets-new-government-amid-ongoing-political-crisis/
https://ecfr.eu/article/cast-no-shadow-how-the-eu-can-advance-the-kosovo-serbia-dialogue-process/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Politics_of_Serbia
https://europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu/serbia-past-the-point-of-no-return/
https://freedomhouse.org/country/serbia/freedom-world/2023
https://freedomhouse.org/country/serbia/freedom-world/2024
https://freedomhouse.org/country/serbia/freedom-world/2025
https://monitor.civicus.org/watchlist-march-2025/Serbia/
https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Novi_Sad_railway_station_canopy_collapse
https://theloop.ecpr.eu/the-student-movement-challenging-state-and-societal-capture-in-serbia/
https://tradingeconomics.com/serbia/political-stability-and-absence-of-violence-terrorism-estimate-wb-data.html
https://www.allianz.com/en/economic_research/country-and-sector-risk/country-risk/serbia.html
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-17907947
https://www.bmz.de/en/countries/serbia/political-situation-119368
https://www.boell.de/en/2025/03/13/will-serbias-protest-movement-lead-to-a-democratic-beginning
https://www.dw.com/en/no-end-to-serbias-political-crisis-in-sight/a-72133397
https://www.dw.com/en/serbia-students-run-to-brussels-take-protest-to-the-eu/a-72543381
https://www.euronews.com/tag/serbia-politics
https://www.gmfus.org/news/protests-leave-serbias-politics-finely-balanced
https://www.idea.int/democracytracker/country/serbia
https://www.intellinews.com/serbia-s-growth-hampered-by-political-unrest-in-first-quarter-of-2025-374427/
https://www.mfa.gov.tr/sibistan-siyasi-gorunumu.en.mfa
Join us in person for intention holding:  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer.  
Our websites:   
www.heartfulimpact.com/   Our show website.  
https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events.  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism.  
https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group.  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding.  
Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions.  
Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms.  
Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com.  
Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock).  
Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites.  
Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.   
 

This week, in a special episode, Ellen talks to Clive about his experience of being trans and his reactions to a changing in attitudes toward trans people in both the US and UK. He talks about his lived experience of hiding a secret and rarely feeling able to let Anja, his female self, come out and be seen by the world. We talk about how this relates to authenticity and activism, and the beautiful way that Clive has recently found that his journey of gender exploration and coming to terms with his sexuality plays into and is being informed by his spiritual journey. Clive talks candidly, shedding light on the nuances of gender fluidity and his belief in the importance for fostering a beloved community that celebrates diversity and inclusion. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that invites empathy and understanding, introducing listeners both to a side of Clive and to the beautifully varied world of trans that many may know little about.
Feel free to reach out to Clive if you'd like to talk about your own searching or struggling with this issue via Messenger on our Facebook group, or via his website, https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/tmg/tmindex.html. 
Suggested Intention Focus for this week
This week, as we consider Clive’s fear that we may be moving away from building a beloved society that embraces full acceptance and inclusiveness of trans people, we suggest holding as our main intention:
We will that, in the face of legislative changes and the course of dialogue in our home countries toward trans people, all people will be moved by a desire for beloved community that fully upholds the dignity and equality of trans people, and that tolerates and celebrates differences of view.
Please join us in holding this.
Clive’s YouTube channel, A Gender Fluid Life: https://www.youtube.com/@transformationsontuesday.  Offers reflections, explainers, inquiries into “all things trans,” including dedicated playlists aimed at offering help for parents and loved ones of trans people, reflections on being trans and having faith, and help for coming out.
Clive’s guide to coming out as trans or a crossdresser: https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/tmg/tmcomingout.html (see also the supporting video, https://youtu.be/qIjT3maFQNI).
Clive’s infographic and guide to understanding your gender and sexuality: https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/tmg/tmdownloads.html (see also the supporting video, https://youtu.be/_1SpFYUxvDc).
Listen to our Part 1 episode on this topic, Trans Lives Matter at https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-7p8jz-18966ad 
Help and information:
Crossdream Life. Includes discussion forum and help for families, partners and significant others of trans people, and a dedicated area for transmen. https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/crossdreamlife/
Resources on Crossdreaming, Transgender and Transsexual Issues. https://www.crossdreamers.com/
Directory of help sources for trans folks in Wayfarer Magazine (mainly USA-focussed). https://www.wayfarermagazine.com/p/trans-and-queer-emergency-resource
Books:
‘The Transgender Issue’ by Shon Faye. Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Transgender-Issue-Trans-Justice-All/dp/1839768398/ref=sr_1_1
‘Whipping Girl: A Transsexual Woman on Sexism and the Scapegoating of Femininity’ by Julia Serano. (includes discussion of the theory of subconscious sex). Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Whipping-Girl-Transsexual-Scapegoating-Femininity/dp/1541604520/ref=sr_1_1
‘Embodied: Transgender Identities, the Church, and What the Bible Has to Say’ by Preston M. Sprinkle. Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Embodied-Transgender-Identities-Church-Bible/dp/0830781226/ref=sr_1_1
Sources referenced in this episode:
Full UK High Court ruling on meaning of the terms “woman” and “man” in the Equality Act 2010: https://supremecourt.uk/uploads/uksc_2024_0042_judgment_aea6c48cee.pdf
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision for beloved community (originally spoken about by Josiah Royce) can be found at https://thekingcenter.org/about-tkc/the-king-philosophy/ 
Chapter markers:
00:00:00           Introduction
00:01:56            Exploring Trans Issues
00:03:23           Clive’s Experience Growing Up
00:05:37           The Complexity of Gender Identity
00:08:02           Spiritual Insights and Gender
00:10:59            The Intersection of Gender and Spirituality
00:18:22            Childhood Awareness and Suppression
00:21:11              University Challenges and Isolation
00:27:39            Finding Expression Through YouTube
00:32:29            The Impact of Recent Rulings
00:43:49            Current Events and Activism
00:54:10             Authenticity and Activism
00:57:02             Resources for Understanding Trans Experiences
01:01:59              Closing Thoughts and Intention
Join us in person for intention holding:  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer.  
Our websites:   
www.heartfulimpact.com/   Our show website.  
https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events.  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism.  
https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group.  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding.  
Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions.  
Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms.  
Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com.  
Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock).  
Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites.  
Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.   

In this emergency episode, we bring urgent attention to the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. With severe food shortages affecting nearly the entire population, and close to half a million people thought to already be suffering the most severe stage of famine, we hone in on the consequence of nearly two months of a near complete blockage of aid flows into the territory that now endangers an entire people. Please join us with our urgent plea for compassion.
Suggested Intention Focus
With the deteriorating and perilous situation brining nearly Gaza’s entire population to the point of starvation, we suggest holding as an urgent intention:
We will that the hearts and minds of all who have influence and affect decisions on the flow or otherwise of humanitarian aid into Gaza will be moved with deep compassion for the millions of innocent people who are suffering or facing starvation there.
Sources referenced in this episode:
https://www.wfp.org/countries/palestine
https://www.ipcinfo.org/ipcinfo-website/alerts-archive/issue-97/en/
https://www.un.org/unispal/document/gaza-strip-ipc-report-sep24-apr25/
https://www.wfp.org/news/new-gaza-food-security-assessment-sees-famine-risk-persisting-amid-ongoing-fighting-and
https://www.csis.org/analysis/famine-gaza
https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/statement/2024/06/26/world-bank-group-statement-regarding-ipc-report-on-food-security-situation-in-gaza
https://www.ipcinfo.org/ipc-country-analysis/details-map/en/c/1157065/
https://www.fao.org/in-focus/gaza/en
https://www.timesofisrael.com/un-aid-groups-hit-out-at-israeli-plans-for-resuming-gaza-aid-distribution/
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/aid-to-gaza-e3-foreign-ministers-statement-23-april-2025
https://www.dw.com/en/israels-plans-for-the-conquest-of-gaza/a-72454890
https://nypost.com/2025/05/06/us-news/trump-teases-very-very-big-announcement-ahead-of-middle-east-trip/
Join us in person for intention holding:  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer.  
Our websites:   
www.heartfulimpact.com/   Our show website.  
https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events.  
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https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group.  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding.  
Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions.  
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In this urgent episode, we focus on the rising tensions between India and Pakistan. With over 1.65 billion lives potentially affected, this episode explores the background and implications of India's recent military strikes against its neighbour, accusations of Pakistani support for the attack on civilians in Kashmir two weeks ago, and the deep-rooted conflict that threatens a possible escalation into war. Join us as we look at where our collective power in  intention and prayer is now urgently needed to avoid a flashpoint turning into an escalation into a bitter war.
Suggested Intention Focus for this week
This week, as relations between India and Pakistan have intensified to a level not seen for many years, we suggest holding as our main intention:
We will that wisdom will prevail among all who have influence in the military command and within or upon the governments of India and Pakistan to determine a forward path that avoids escalation of their conflict at all costs.
Please join us in holding this.
Intentions and prayers start at 18 minutes 30 seconds.
Chapter markers:
00:00:00            Introduction
00:01:02            Urgent Focus on India and Pakistan
00:09:55            Historical Context of Kashmir Conflict
00:14:42            Military Escalation Risks and Peace Prospects
00:18:30            Intentions and Prayers for Peace
Sources referenced in this episode:
https://efe.com/en/latest-news/2025-05-05/south-asia-heats-up-as-india-pakistan-prepare-for-conflict/
https://en.iz.ru/en/1881505/2025-05-05/political-scientist-questioned-involvement-mediators-resolving-conflict-between-india-and-pakistan
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_India%E2%80%93Pakistan_border_skirmishes
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_India%E2%80%93Pakistan_standoff
https://www.studyiq.com/articles/indo-pakistan-wars/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India%E2%80%93Pakistan_relations
https://foreignpolicy.com/2025/04/30/india-pakistan-tensions-terrorist-attack-mediation/
https://www.app.com.pk/global/pakistani-american-political-group-slams-indias-attack-on-pakistan-seeks-south-asian-peace/ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/operation-sindoor-kartarpur-corridor-shut-after-india-strikes-terror-camps-in-pakistan-pok/articleshow/120958903.cms 
https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/multiple-loud-explosions-heard-pakistani-kashmir-reuters-witness-2025-05-06/
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/newsblogs/india-pakistan-war-live-updates-operation-sindoor-indian-army-airforce-pahalgam-terror-attack-mock-drill-blackout-india-news-today/liveblog/120943152.cms
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cwyneele13qt
https://india.org.pk/pages.php?id=16
https://indiasworld.in/the-2021-india-pakistan-ceasefire-origins-prospects-and-lessons-learned-us-institute-of-peace-2024-its-continued-relevance-amid-rising-tensions/
https://issi.org.pk/press-release-experts-at-issi-roundtable-recommend-strategic-patience-on-pakistan-india-relations/
https://journal-neo.su/2025/03/14/relations-between-pakistan-and-india-opportunities-and-prospects/
https://khybernews.tv/india-pakistan-tensions-in-2025-a-pakistani-perspective-rooted-in-peace/
https://nsarchive.gwu.edu/briefing-book/india-and-pakistan-intelligence-nuclear-vault/2025-04-22/us-intelligence-south-asian
https://stratnewsglobal.com/pakistan/pakistan-test-fires-second-missile-amid-standoff-with-india/
https://thediplomat.com/2025/05/pakistan-weighs-its-options-as-india-readies-for-war/
https://thefridaytimes.com/16-Apr-2025/indo-pak-dialogue-a-search-for-peace
https://time.com/7282263/india-pakistan-crisis-pahalgam-attack/
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/world-india-politics/relationship-between-india-and-pakistan/
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/pakistan/pakistan-envoys-nuclear-threat-to-india-amid-tensions-over-pahalgam-attack/articleshow/120865840.cms
https://tribune.com.pk/story/2543987/adb-urges-peace-between-pak-india
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/4/29/pakistan-minister-warns-of-possible-indian-military-strike-in-twenty-four-thirty-six-hours
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/5/1/the-10bn-india-pakistan-trade-secret-hidden-by-official-data
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/5/3/dont-see-a-major-war-with-india-but-have-to-be-ready-pakistan-ex-nsa
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/5/3/dont-see-a-major-war-with-india-but-have-to-be-ready-pakistan-ex-nsa
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/5/3/pakistan-test-fires-ballistic-missile-as-tensions-with-india-rise
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn4wk22vk4zo
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvgnw9kydgqo
https://www.cfr.org/global-conflict-tracker/conflict/conflict-between-india-and-pakistan
https://www.dw.com/en/kashmir-attack-india-downgrades-ties-with-pakistan/a-72315605
https://www.ft.com/content/5972a5ce-64dc-4c2a-9fa0-80cb8ad575dc
https://www.globalguardian.com/newsroom/kashmir-terror-attack-april-2025
https://www.iar-gwu.org/blog/grpvewx4jzrimihpn18eb4noz674fs
https://www.iiss.org/publications/strategic-comments/2024/07/modis-low-appetite-for-improving-relations-with-pakistan/
https://www.indiatoday.in/world/story/pahalgam-terror-attack-pak-army-chief-asim-munir-warning-india-diplomatic-military-strikes-2719853-2025-05-05
https://www.nextias.com/ca/current-affairs/02-09-2024/india-pakistan-relations
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/30/world/asia/india-muslims-detentions-demolitions.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/01/world/asia/india-pakistan-kashmir-de-escalation.html
https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/04/30/why-india-and-pakistan-must-choose-peace/
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/03/pakistan-ballistic-missile-india-kashmir-00325201
https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/with-militaries-upgraded-risks-multiply-any-potential-india-pakistan-conflict-2025-05-05/
https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/with-militaries-upgraded-risks-multiply-any-potential-india-pakistan-conflict-2025-05-05/
https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/pakistan-tests-missile-amid-india-standoff-moodys-warns-economic-cost-2025-05-05/
https://www.reuters.com/world/pakistan-defence-minister-says-military-incursion-by-india-is-imminent-2025-04-28/
https://www.reuters.com/world/pakistans-minister-tarar-says-india-may-launch-military-strike-within-next-24-36-2025-04-29/
https://www.stimson.org/2024/dont-expect-any-breakthroughs-in-india-pakistan-relations/
https://www.cfr.org/global-conflict-tracker/conflict/conflict-between-india-and-pakistan
https://www.britannica.com/place/Kashmir-region-Indian-subcontinent
https://www.hrw.org/reports/1999/kashmir/back.htm
https://mondointernazionale.org/en/focus-allegati/understanding-the-kashmir-and-jammu-dispute-historical-context-current-challenges-and-possible-solutions
Join us in person for intention holding:  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer.  
Our websites:   
www.heartfulimpact.com/   Our show website.  
https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events.  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism.  
https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group.  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding.  
Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions.  
Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms.  
Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com.  
Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock).  
Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites.  
Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.   
 

This week, as a landmark legal ruling in the UK and sweeping executive orders in the US come into effect,  we take a deep dive into the controversial social issue that has sparked fierce debate in our own countries: the rights and recognition of people identifying as trans. We delve into the nature of the division in this divide, understand the challenge of finding a way forward that may be acceptable both to trans people and those who argue for their exclusion from single sex safe spaces, and explore what may lie behind the increasing unease in society on the issue, especially in the U.S. and U.K. Crucially, we consider why the "trans issue" is one that affects us all, and that to ignore or push it into the long grass risks further alienation and future crisis in our own back yards and has broader implications for equality, freedom of expression, and social progress. As always, we conclude with suggested intentions and prayers.
This is Part 1 of a 2 part special on this topic. Next time, Clive talks about his own experience of growing up trans and sharing his reactions and reflections on what’s now happening in our own back yards. 
Suggested Intention Focus for this week
This week, as we consider the grave fear and sense of exclusion being faced by many trans people in the US and UK, as well as in other countries, we suggest holding as our main intention:
We will that there will be a readiness among all people to recognise and respect the gender identities of others that they may consider to be outside the norm, including where these may be contrary to the notion of binary or biologically-determined sex or gender according to their own faith-based or other worldview.  
Please join us in holding this.
Intention and prayers start at 38 minutes 30 seconds.
Chapter markers:
00:00:00            Introduction
00:01:01            The Trans Issue Explained
00:03:48            A Landmark Judgment
00:06:34            Trans Rights in a Global Context
00:14:34            The U.S. Political Landscape
00:18:07            The Cultural Climate
00:20:50            The Divide among Feminists
00:26:31            Evidence and Misconceptions
00:28:57            The Importance of Trans Issues
00:34:05            Understanding Societal Fears
00:38:30            Intentions and Prayers
Sources referenced in this episode:
‘The Transgender Issue’ by Shon Faye. Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Transgender-Issue-Trans-Justice-All/dp/1839768398/ref=sr_1_1
Full UK High Court ruling on meaning of the terms “woman” and “man” in the Equality Act 2010: https://supremecourt.uk/uploads/uksc_2024_0042_judgment_aea6c48cee.pdf
UK Equality and Human Rights Commission interim update on the practical implications of the UK Supreme Court judgment: https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/media-centre/interim-update-practical-implications-uk-supreme-court-judgment
https://americanoversight.org/investigation/trump-administrations-transgender-military-ban/
https://cass.independent-review.uk/home/publications/final-report/
https://centaur.reading.ac.uk/90937/4/2158244020927029.pdf
https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-10137/
https://culturico.com/2024/01/10/the-controversy-over-rapid-onset-gender-dysphoria-bad-science-or-bad-faith/
https://gomag.com/article/nyc-defiantly-counters-federal-attacks-on-trans-rights-with-protect-trans-future-plan/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity_and_transgender_people
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gender-critical_feminism
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transphobia
https://forwomen.scot/20/04/2025/uk-supreme-court-the-judgment/
https://glaad.org/fact-sheet-trump-transgender/
https://ipinclusive.org.uk/newsandfeatures/why-the-controversy-over-trans-rights-at-the-moment-a-guide-for-allies/
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0038026120934697
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/2158244020927029
https://microrainbow.org/intersex-awareness-day/
https://news.sky.com/story/why-the-definition-of-a-woman-has-caused-so-much-controversy-13349944
https://philpapers.org/archive/LAWWSA-4.pdf
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4689648/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12476264/
https://researchbriefings.files.parliament.uk/documents/CDP-2025-0037/CDP-2025-0037.pdf
https://sex-matters.org/posts/publications/supreme-court-judgment-summary-and-practical-advice/
https://sex-matters.org/posts/single-sex-services/less-than-a-third-of-brits-agree-with-stonewall/
https://sex-matters.org/posts/single-sex-services/poll-shows-support-for-sex-meaning-sex-in-equality-act/
https://statsforgender.org/it-is-not-true-that-1-7-of-the-population-is-intersex-the-proportion-of-people-with-dsds-intersex-conditions-is-0-018/
https://time.com/6191662/gender-sex-transgender-rights-pew/
https://transactual.org.uk/the-gender-recognition-act-2004/
https://translegislation.com
https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/publications/trans-adults-united-states/
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/7/whats-behind-trumps-ban-on-transgender-women-in-us-womens-sports
https://www.americanprogress.org/article/key-issues-facing-people-intersex-traits/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd023eel919o
https://www.britsoc.co.uk/about/latest-news/2018/june/supporting-the-marginalised-with-applied-sociology-the-case-of-transgender-health/
https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/children-and-young-peoples-gender-services-implementing-the-cass-review-recommendations/
https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/media-centre/news/new-research-reveals-positive-attitudes-towards-transgender-people
https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/sites/default/files/attitudes_to_transgender_people.pdf
https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/04/20/trans-activists-rally-in-london-following-uk-ruling-over-definition-of-women
https://www.florenceashley.com/uploads/1/2/4/4/124439164/ashley_a_critical_commentary_on_rapid-onset_gender_dysphoria.pdf
https://www.generationtechblog.com/p/transgender-identity-how-much-has
https://www.gov.uk/apply-gender-recognition-certificate
https://www.hks.harvard.edu/centers/carr-ryan/our-work/carr-ryan-commentary/understanding-implications-uk-supreme-courts-ruling
https://www.hks.harvard.edu/centers/carr-ryan/our-work/carr-ryan-commentary/understanding-implications-uk-supreme-courts-ruling
https://www.hrw.org/news/2021/01/08/trump-administration-again-weakens-lgbt-protections
https://www.hrw.org/news/2025/01/23/trump-administration-moves-reject-transgender-identity-rights
https://www.hrw.org/news/2025/03/13/landmark-ruling-trans-rights-poland
https://www.ipsos.com/en-uk/ipsos-pride-2023-global-survey-two-in-three-britons-think-transgender-people-face-discrimination
https://www.julianbaggini.com/why-are-trans-rights-so-divisive/
https://www.kff.org/other/fact-sheet/overview-of-president-trumps-executive-actions-impacting-lgbtq-health/
https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2022-11/Women%20girls%20and%20gender%20diverse%20peoples%20safety%20in%20public%20space.pdf
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-020-17794-1
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/many-transgender-intersex-people-live-us-rcna96711
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/17/world/europe/uk-trans-hungary-germany-us.html
https://www.ohchr.org/en/special-procedures/ie-sexual-orientation-and-gender-identity/struggle-trans-and-gender-diverse-persons
https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/culturalidentity/genderidentity/articles/census2021genderidentityestimatesforenglandandwalesadditionalguidanceonuncertaintyandappropriateuse/2025-03-26
https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2022/07/07/attitudes-about-transgender-issues-vary-widely-among-christians-religious-nones-in-u-s/
https://www.refinery29.com/en-gb/2022/06/10999784/trans-women-public-spaces
https://www.stonewall.org.uk/resources/lgbtq-hubs/trans-hub/the-truth-about-trans
https://www.thehotline.org/stakeholders/domestic-violence-statistics/
https://www.thepinknews.com/2025/04/18/british-transport-police-trans-supreme-court-transgender/
https://www.thepinknews.com/2025/04/25/trans-rights-protest-uk/
https://www.typeinvestigations.org/investigation/2022/09/21/christian-nationalism-anti-trans-laws/
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2023/nov/increase-number-people-identifying-transgender-uk
https://www.us-iran.org/resources/2021/7/15/homosexuality-gender-assignment-in-iran
https://yougov.co.uk/politics/articles/51545-where-does-the-british-public-stand-on-transgender-rights-in-202425
Join us in person for intention holding:  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer.  
Our websites:   
www.heartfulimpact.com/   Our show website.  
https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events.  
https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism.  
https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group.  
https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding.  
Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions.  
Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms.  
Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com.  
Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock).  
Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites.  
Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.