HOW TO BECOME AN ELDER WITH RON PENVY

Author • October 11, 2023

How to Become an Elder with Ron Penvy

"The bottom line for me is that we have lost the guiding light of society because we have discounted the value of wisdom and wisdom resides in the experienced elder."

- Dr. David Dinner

Here is a conversation with an experienced elder. Someone who, as we are committed to, brings the presence and speaking of elders powerfully into our world. 


A fascinating conversation with the godfather of bringing forth elder powerfully into the world. 

Please enjoy the full interview below.

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