Reciprocity: Beyond a 'debt of gratitude'

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There is more to reciprocity than giving back. Our guest, Christine Liboon, a PhD student in Education, is here to take us on a deep exploration of her findings. She shares her fascinating research around the Filipino concept of 'utang na loob', which she and her colleagues are redefining as a gift rather than a debt. We also explore the symbolism of currency as not merely monetary exchange but a representation of a promise or a commitment.
The second part of our journey with Christine leads us into an important conversation about self-care, joy and reciprocal relationships. Drawing from her personal experiences, she underlines the essence of rekindling joy in activities we love, the significance of introspection, and the need to rebalance life.
She makes us rethink kindness and gentleness, not just as virtues, but as tangible bridges connecting self-care and community. As a parting gift, we invite you to embrace and feel the power of gentleness through music. So, get ready to be inspired and challenged in equal measure in this enriching episode.

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Chapter

1. Reciprocity: Beyond a 'debt of gratitude' (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Reciprocity and Community in Education (00:00:11)

3. Exploring Self-Care and Reciprocity (00:15:32)

4. Invitation to Embrace Gentleness Through Music (00:25:40)