Support Pods

Connect. Collaborate. Amplify.

Support Pods are small, focused groups offered by Integral Leadership in Action (ILiA) to turn shared values into shared action.

Across the world, alumni circles, professional guilds, and faith-based communities thrive because they don’t just share ideas—they share resources. They act as force multipliers, helping each other grow through mentorship, collaboration, and trusted referrals.

The Integral community is rich in wisdom, but often lacks the infrastructure for real-world support. That’s what Support Pods aim to change.

Each Pod is a space to:

  • Exchange practical advice

  • Share projects and requests

  • Collaborate across fields

  • Build trusted relationships

Support Pods are how we move from isolation to collective momentum. They’re not just about connection—they’re about doing the work together.

In June 2025 we got a new Zoom account.
If you registered before June 2025, please re-register below.

We have three ongoing monthly Integral Support Pods!

Integral Creative Writers’ Support Pod

We meet 1st Mondays at 4pm PST/7PM EST on Zoom

Next up: Monday, Feb 2nd, 4 PM PST/7 PM EST - AI in Writing- Part 1

Wondering how to use AI in your integral writing—without losing your unique voice or risking plagiarism? You’re not alone. Many writers are curious about AI’s potential but unsure how to use it in a way that feels ethical, authentic, and truly supportive of their creative process.

Come hear Drs Gary and Jane Simmons share their real-world journey navigating the AI landscape—the challenges, the surprises, and the breakthroughs. They’ll walk you through how they’ve learned to use AI as a powerful organizing and structuring tool, helping transform their original work on Integral Ministry into a clear, coherent, and beta-reader-friendly format, all while keeping their ideas fully their own.

This session is perfect for writers who want to explore AI with confidence, creativity, and integrity.

This is part one of a two-part series. Part 2 will be on March 2nd and feature Bett Bollhoefer’s use of AI for Research.

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Integral Life Practices Support Pod

NEW Day and TIME! We meet 2nd Tuesday at 10:30 AM PT/1:30 PM ET on Zoom

Next Up: Tuesday, Feb 10th, 10:30 AM PT/1:30 PM ET

Our next session will focus on pages 197–254 of the Integral Life Practices book, diving into The Spirit Module. We’ll explore practices that cultivate presence, awareness, and a deeper connection to what matters most.

The Spirit Module introduces a range of contemplative and awareness-based practices—such as meditation, mindfulness, prayer, and embodied presence—that help quiet the mind, open the heart, and develop greater clarity and compassion. We’ll look at how these practices support emotional resilience, reduce stress, and create a sense of meaning and alignment in everyday life.

Together we’ll discuss key insights from the readings, experience a few simple practices, and share reflections on how to integrate spirit-centered practices into daily routines in a practical, grounded way.

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Integral General Support Pod

We meet 3rd Mondays at 4pm PST/7PM EST on Zoom

Next Up: Monday, Feb 16th 4 PM PDT/7 PM EDT- note: No Support pod in Feb for holiday

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Rev Dr. Jane Simmons

“What a blessing it has been to discover such a brilliant group of like-minded, passionate integral leaders, who wish to support one another in our common desire to spread the integral work through the written word. Every single session without fail, I walk away on fire with inspiration and motivation, always receiving a treasured gift of learning - whether it be a new writing practice, valuable feedback on a writing project, a deeper understanding of an integral principle or a new perspective that widens the focus of my own personal vision. I highly recommend attending the Integral Writers’ Pod - it truly is a group of Integral Leaders in Action!”

Karen Voorhees

“I’ve been attending ILiA’s Support Pod meetings twice a month now for over a year. They have consistently been one of the high points of my week. I love how we learn from each other and support each other's work and play. May there be many more ILiA Support Pods!”