Podcast and coaching for
community change-makers
building a brighter future, together
Welcome to Yes! We Rise
Now more than ever, our world needs brave, visionary leaders to create positive change on a global scale. We need individuals and community organizers to rise up and build a future that allows our granddaughters and grandsons to thrive.
At Yes! We Rise, we have solutions.
You already have the power to make a meaningful impact. We’ll get you inspired and show you how.
If you’ve ever wanted to make a bigger difference inside your own community, or you’ve struggled to imagine what it would look like for you to create a more sustainable life and world, the Yes! We Rise podcast, coaching and retreats are for you.
Check out our upcoming retreats at the tab above!
Finding Presence: A Day of Mindfulness, Art, + Movement
Join us for a daylong mindfulness, movement and art retreat at Mountain Light Retreat Center near Crozet, Virginia. Christine Gyovai will guide mindfulness sessions, Samantha Lane will facilitate movement, and Amber Ellis will facilitate a nature based art session. Show up as you are, experienced or new to meditation, movement and art — all are welcome.
Price range of $75 – $250 (let us know if cost is a barrier). Space is limited, and lodging is available. See additional details and register at the link below
Saturday, February 28th | 9:45am – 4:30pm | Mountain Light Retreat Center
Listen to Our Latest Episode
In this powerful solo reflection, Christine shares on Yes! We Rise what has unfolded during one of the most difficult seasons of her life. What began as a promising year—healthy, strong, training for her first marathon—shifted dramatically when she developed a sudden cascade of health symptoms that ultimately led to a Lyme disease diagnosis.
At the same time, her family was navigating major transitions with her oldest preparing for college, and her team was facing unexpected federal funding freezes on long-standing projects. The combination became overwhelming, leaving Christine exhausted, disoriented, and unable to rely on her usual anchors.
PODCAST EPISODES
Episode 60: Letting Go of the Reins: Learning to Relax into Trust
Episode 60: Letting Go of the Reins: Learning to Relax into TrustListen to the podcast on your favorite platform: Apple Spotify Episode 60 of the Yes! We Rise podcast In this powerful solo reflection, Christine shares on Yes! We Rise what has unfolded during one of...
Episode 59: Creating Connection: The Power of Nature and Community with Hub Knott
Episode 59: Creating Connection: The Power of Nature and Community with Hub KnottListen to the podcast on your favorite platform: Apple Spotify Episode 59: In Episode 59 of the We Rise podcast, Christine Gyovai interviews Hub Knott, co-founder of the Living Earth...
Episode 58: Creating Change with Belief, Community, and Art with Zikki Munyao
Episode 58: Creating Change with Belief, Community, and Art with Zikki MunyaoListen to the podcast on your favorite platform: Apple Spotify Episode 58: In this episode of the We Rise podcast, Christine Gyovai talks with Zikki Munyao, who shares his inspiring...
Episode 57: Rooted in Nature: Art, Restoration and Community with Amber Ellis
Episode 57: Rooted in Nature: Art, Restoration and Community With Amber EllisListen to the podcast on your favorite platform: Apple Spotify Episode 57: In this episode of the We Rise podcast, Christine Gyovai interviews Amber Ellis, who shares her journey from a...
Episode 56: Ten Creative Funding Strategies for Collaboratives
Episode 56: Ten Creative Funding Strategies for Collaboratives Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: Apple Spotify Episode 56: In this episode of the Yes We Rise podcast, Christine Gyovai discusses ten innovative strategies for creatively funding...
Episode 55: Embracing Love Over Fear with Freddy Jackson
Episode 55: Embracing Love Over Fear with Freddy Jackson Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: Apple Spotify Episode 55: In this episode of the We Rise podcast, Christine Gyovai interviews Freddy Jackson, who shares his journey of personal growth,...
Episode 54: Weaving Powerful Networks in Communities with June Holley
Episode 54: Weaving Powerful Networks in Communities with June Holley Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: Apple Google Play Stitcher Spotify Amazon Music Episode 54: In this episode, Christine and June Holley discuss the importance of...
Episode 53: Building Inner Resilience with Marie-Helene Pelletier
Episode 53: Building Inner Resilience with Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: Apple Google Play Stitcher Spotify Amazon Music Episode 53: Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier is an award-winning workplace mental health...
Episode 52: Building an Inclusive Future for Farmers and Workers in Appalachia with Hannah G
Episode 52: Building an Inclusive Future for Farmers and Workers in Appalachia with Hannah G. Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: Apple Google Play Stitcher Spotify Amazon Music Episode 52 Description Hannah is the Workforce Development...










