166: Motherhood, Memory, and Spirituality: A Conversation with Rebe Huntman
Episode description
In this episode, I speak with Rebe Huntman, a memoirist, essayist, and poet whose work explores the intersections of feminism, world religion, and spirituality. Rebe shares her deeply personal journey of losing her mother at a young age and how this profound loss shaped her exploration of the Divine Feminine.
Our conversation delves into Rebe’s experiences with dance as a sacred practice, her time studying Afro-Cuban spiritual traditions, and the transformative journey that led her to write My Mother in Havana: A Memoir of Magic and Miracle. Through her storytelling, Rebe offers a powerful perspective on grief, healing, and reconnecting with the mother energy that surrounds us.
You’ll also hear about:
- (02:15) Rebe’s journey from dancer to writer and spiritual seeker
- (08:47) The impact of losing her mother and the grief that followed
- (16:22) How her studies in Cuba deepened her understanding of the Divine Feminine
- (22:50) The role of dance and ritual in connecting with ancestors
- (34:18) Embracing the balance of intuition, spirituality, and creativity
- (45:12) The inspiration behind My Mother in Havana and its message of healing
Don’t miss Rebe’s inspiring exploration of motherhood, identity, and the sacred feminine!
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