Vanessa Ferlaino

I founded to empower each and every single one of us to embark on our own individual healing for the greater good of collective healing... when we combine mindfulness, arts/culture, and community engagement, we can bring both of these journey's together for the collective good.

Some causes that matter to us:
- Indigenous rights and movements
- Women's rights and equality
- Sustainability causes
- Accessibility and inclusion

I have learned that to embody my higher self is a journey of trust… it is hard in a world that is constructed to prioritize the material aspects of life, but the more we turn inward, the more we return to the breath and body, the more space we create to hear our own truths.

The journey itself is one of consistent balancing between the ego and the higher Self, swinging like a pendulum, until we learn to surrender to the journey itself, we will create inner peace.

This practice is available free on the app, and is a gentle series of reminders to permit ourselves to surrender to Spirit and the higher Self.

grateful for warmer weather and upcoming patio furniture (tho Ivy might be ok w out the latter) 🙏🏼❤️

the cyclical nature of, not just "healing", but of life... only if life is viewed as a journey of ascension... w grace

I founded because I believe that each of us individually have the power to co-create a world that is more human; if each of harnessed this individual power, this collective power would be exponential. Our world would be equitable, safe for all human life, Mother Earth, and animal life.

I believe this power can be harnessed through the simple practices of mindfulness and meditation; as well as community engagement.

Follow or subscribe at https://vanessaferlaino.com/thebeinghumanfoundation so you don't miss our new announcement... coming soon

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"Central to Vanessa’s ethos is integrating her personal experiences into her professional identity, a concept she articulates with touching clarity. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and honoring one’s past challenges, not as defining traits but as integral components of one’s evolution. This perspective is crucial for creating space for all aspects of oneself, allowing for a holistic approach to entrepreneurship and life.

Vanessa advocates for a deeply human approach to finding the balance between work and life, challenging the conventional dialogue around this topic. For her, the question transcends simple time management, delving into the essence of who we are and how we can remain truthful to that essence in all areas of our lives. Boundaries, as Vanessa explains, are less about separation and more about honoring our space, allowing us to make decisions that align with our true selves rather than external expectations.

Her reflections on dealing with personal trauma, such as an assault and the loss of her father, reveal a commitment to truthfulness and presence. Vanessa’s journey highlights the importance of allowing oneself to be seen in one’s entirety, embracing both strength and softness as the situation demands. This authenticity in showing up for oneself and others is a cornerstone of her philosophy, fostering a space where personal and professional lives can coexist harmoniously."

Read more at https://www.psychreg.org/inspirational-journey-vanessa-ferlaino/

an offering on to empower us all to create our own stillness with-in and with-out

be welcome to engage w this practice at https://insighttimer.com/vanessaferlaino/guided-meditations/creating-stillness

Grateful for the opportunity to speak with on the PCDN.Global Social Change Career Podcast to discusses my work in med-tech startups and impact investing, and how I integrate well-being practices into a purpose-driven career.

🎧 "Balancing Act: Navigating a Career in Technology, Mindfulness & Social Impact" with Vanessa Ferlaino, a leader in tech innovation and impact investing. 🌍

In this episode, you'll discover:

- The importance of mindfulness and resilience in Vanessa’s career 🧘‍♀️

- Her contributions to supporting impact ventures and driving positive change

- Perspectives on defining success beyond financial achievements

- The potential of inclusive investing to catalyze social impact

- How Vanessa aligns her personal values with her professional goals

- Tips on upskilling for impact

Listen now and join the conversation on reshaping the future of work and society.

https://pcdn.global/e12s12-balancing-act-navigating-a-career-in-technology-mindfulness-social-impact/

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I've found myself recently gravitating towards a perspective of the human experience, of the journey, where any "phase" does not weigh any more or less importance than the other... where all experiences just blend together so there really is only one phase, and that phase is E V O L U T I O N

our intentions at is three-fold... we believe that by empowering individuals to heal for themselves, we can also

we can invite in healing and restoration through mindfulness and meditation and community engagement, in a way that meets everyone in their own journey...

more information coming soon.. follow or visit vanessaferlaino.com/thebeinghumanfoundation to learn more

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grateful for this feature in Psychreg to offer some thoughts around embracing humanity in entrepreneurship, and how we can bridge innovation, resilience, and impact authentically....

Be welcome to read at https://www.psychreg.org/inspirational-journey-vanessa-ferlaino/

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offering my top practices on ...

1) Gentle Visualization for Somatic Healing

2) Nurturing Burnout

3) Manifesting Magic

These practices are free guided meditations to support your own wellbeing and healing journeys available at insighttimer.com/vanessaferlaino

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This beautiful quote by Desmond Tutu is one we use to talk about because it sums up the inter-relatedness of humanity, the nature of inter-being.

our founder, , believes that our humanity is connected; our equity is connected, and the same power we all hold within to be human to ourselves is the driver of our ability to be human to each other, but also with each other

The Being Human Foundation is dedicated to empowering humankind towards our interbeing; follow on instagram or subscribe at vanessaferlaino.com/thebeinghumanfoundation to stay in touch with some of our exciting updates.

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embracing our intentions on Mutcho Radio with Janvier Nahimana!

I learned from Janvier that "mutcho" means "culture and traditions" in an African language.

“Until the lion learns to write, the story will always glorify the hunter.”
This proverb speaks to why it is important to have a way to share our known and emerging stories, especially around diversity and culture. This is the mission of Mutcho Radio.

listen to our interview on Mutcho Radio here: https://mutchoradio.com/book/vanessa-ferlaino/

be welcome to sit w this... w kindness 🙏🏼❤️

grateful to hold space on the Social Change Career Podcast Livestream today Tuesday April 2 at 12pm EST on LinkedIn Live

I believe that diverse interests can converge to create impactful careers... so I'll be sharing my experience as a leading innovator, with a career spanning the realms of technology, mindfulness, and activism.

Why Join Us:

- Insights from a Versatile Leader: Vanessa's journey from tech executive to mindfulness guide and activist offers valuable lessons on building a career that bridges multiple passions for societal benefit.

- Integrating Mindfulness into Tech and Social Impact: Learn how Vanessa has woven mindfulness practices into her technology and activism work, offering a model for holistic, impactful career paths.

- Career Strategies for Tech and Impact: Gain insights into how you can leverage technology and mindfulness to address global challenges such as environmental sustainability, gender-based violence, and support for indigenous communities.

- Live Interaction: The Q&A segment will allow you to connect directly with Vanessa, asking questions that delve into the specifics of combining tech, mindfulness, and activism in one's career.

- Inspiration for Multifaceted Career Paths: Vanessa's story demonstrates that it's possible to have a rich, multifaceted career that makes a difference.

Be inspired to explore how your diverse interests can intersect to forge a unique and impactful career.

Attend here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/navigatingacareerintechnology-m7176286588186849282/theater/

to me, manifestation is about creating space within to find alignment with Spirit, source, God, Universe, whatever resonates with you...

it is creation of space through healing and inner work that allows us to align w intentionality... often this means we hold space w ourselves through these moments of change and transformation and outgrowth...

when we create this space, we embrace intentionality, we align w truth, we enter flow and more importantly, oneness, so that manifesting becomes about co-creation

be welcome to try this manifesting meditation on the free app at https://insighttimer.com/vanessaferlaino/guided-meditations/manifesting-magic

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this came up for me this past sunday after a morning meditation session...

meditation is the act of creating, honouring, and holding space...

it is a practice, an art, and pure magic.

be welcome to practice w me on .com/vanessaferlaino

namaste 🙏🏼 ❤️

To empower toward a more “human world”, we need to explore the human condition.

These books, chosen by our founder and President, , explore human nature through vastly different ideologies in our current structure of society.

It is knowledge from these different areas that can challenge us to think differently.

Top Reads:

✨ The World According to Color / Dr. James Fox
BAFTA-nominated broadcaster and art historian, Dr. James Fox, goes through 7 elemental colors using stories, mythologies, and art history to show us how the meanings of color has evolved through time, culture, and civilizations, opening up our minds to the evolution of human nature.

B O N U S: check out Vanessa's interview on The Human Challenge with Dr. James Fox at https://youtube.com/live/j_J6yDo5sKo?feature=share

✨ Humankind: A Hopeful History / Rutger Bregman
In this book, journalist and writer, Rutger Bregman, challenges the assumption that humans are "innately evil" by exploring current sociology and anthropology theories, how they rose to fame, and introducing other data and stories that challenge these representations and factual bases.

✨ Braiding Sweetgrass / Robin Wall Kimmerer
In this thoughtfully-written book, botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer invites us into the world of nature and its wisdom. She shares many cultural and personal stories as a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, weaving the impact of patriarchal and institutional systems on these stories. Robin will give you a whole new perspective of how the human condition is shaped by nature.

✨ White Tears, Brown Scars / Ruby Hamad
Ruby, an author and journalist, addresses culture, patriarchy, and colonization to put to words the phenomenon many of us experience and witness when it comes to white feminism and its harmful role in perpetuating racism. Ruby's arguments will force you to question how this socialization has informed your own actions and beliefs so you can make a difference in your own intentions.

✨ Siddhartha / Hermann Hesse
This story is the journey of all journeys, the search of all searches, through suffering, enlightenment, and back to that sense of eternal truth, eternal timelessness. The difference between knowledge and wisdom, thoughts and words, soul and life, is the “song of a thousand voices”, the universal OM and the sense of oneness we must rediscover for ourselves and each other.

be welcome to explore more at vanessaferlaino.com/thebeinghumanfoundation

mindfulness is about transforming the nature of our thoughts through the breath...

transformation is about creating space for healing... grateful to offer support through my free practices on

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an offering of healing, grace, and presence...

creating space w the breath

holding space w ourselves and whatever may arise

honouring this space for whatever is present, allowing for it to be here, accepting it is part of the human experience

and when it feels like there is no space, asking "what is taking up space?" opens up a 'detachment practice' and invites me back to grace, at whatever pace is natural...

Robert Frost said “FREEDOM LIES IN BEING BOLD”

Boldness is being true to you.

Bring brave to question the conditioning and step beyond it;

Having the courage to remain true to creating change;

And being consistent in our intentionality also is bold, as consistency itself requires us to be present, aware, and open.

This boldness is gracious in nature, not seeking external validation or thriving in competition.

Taken together, we find freedom within and without, and this gracious boldness is what creates change and impact, by allowing us to show up “wholefully” in our communities and support its just and equitable construction.

Pls be invited to discover your own boldness, its truthful nature, and intention.

I graciously offer some mindfulness meditations for this… if there is interest in practicing … pls be welcome to DM. All experiences welcome.

Free practices also available on app at the linkinbio.






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This a.m … while using my new “everyone is doing their best” became “we are all human” ..

we all have our shadows .. but we all have our light …

How are we holding space for both …

If we cling onto lightness, we are ungrounded in reality

If we stay in our shadows, we are ungrounded in the present

So we honour the light for its lightness and shadows for its darkness

We allow for what is to be …

Until it passes …

Life is a flow …

Shadows are shadows … lightness is light …

One becomes the other

So our shadows are also our light just as our light is also our shadows 🙏🏽❤️

Slowly watching as the watermark fades… it is just water and a brush… for truly present art to be created 🙏🏽❤️ Got mine at

always has something to teach me about trusting my instincts and being present…

She stays true to her curious nature, fully engrossed in her surroundings.

She is a natural hunter, unashamedly going after what she wants, and knows that right (divine) timing is the secret.

I think this is life, no?

Picture 3 is w her friend, Marvin… who has taught her how to play nicely and share her toys.