A Peace of My Mind

A Peace of My Mind In a divided world, A Peace of My Mind explores the common humanity that connects us.

Ha… I think I am in this film but I’m not sure. I was interviewed for it when we were projecting “I Am Human” portraits ...
10/07/2026

Ha… I think I am in this film but I’m not sure. I was interviewed for it when we were projecting “I Am Human” portraits during Operation Metro Surge. And I align with their people-centered exploration of how Minnesotans showed up for one another during the surge. But I haven’t seen a cut. And there were so many people doing good community work during that time. So we might be in the film for a few seconds or we might be on the cutting room floor. But I am excited to see it and I hope you’ll join me at the screening on Oct 15. Send me a DM if you plan to go and we’ll sit together in an APOMM fan club.

Get your tickets here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/world-film-premiere-minnesota-neighbors-niotorg-tickets-2001073556876

Trust. In big and small ways. A few of the stories we heard at the Bridging Movement Summit with “When have you experie...
10/06/2026

Trust.

In big and small ways.

A few of the stories we heard at the Bridging Movement Summit with

“When have you experienced unexpected trust?”

You can see more responses on our website.

https://apeaceofmymind.org/2026/10/05/trust/

October 27!Join us for an evening of connection, storytelling, and community as we open the doors to A Peace of My Mind’...
10/05/2026

October 27!

Join us for an evening of connection, storytelling, and community as we open the doors to A Peace of My Mind’s studio in St. Paul.

Join us for an evening of connection, storytelling, and community as we open the doors to A Peace of My Mind’s studio in St. Paul.

Whether you’ve been part of this journey for years or you’re discovering our work for the first time, we’d love to welcome you for a behind-the-scenes look at what we’re creating lately and where we’re headed.

Doors open at 6:45 p.m. for conversation, snacks, and time to explore our original portrait exhibit. We will be screening John Noltner’s new 12-minute TEDx talk on a loop, exploring how we can move beyond toxic polarization through deeper listening and human connection.

At 7:15 p.m., we’ll begin a one-hour program featuring:

An update on our exciting new statewide storytelling initiative in partnership with the McKnight Foundation.

A presentation from Nick Theisen, who will share his emerging work exploring the meaning and possibilities of elderhood.

An introduction to our newest team member, Razik Saifullah, and the perspective he brings to our growing work.

And, and, AND...We will be launching a new podcast series in partnership with journalist Barry Yeoman called North Star Way: Minnesota Navigates a Harsh Winter. Barry will join us for a conversation about the new work.

Throughout the evening, you’ll have the opportunity to view our original exhibition, reconnect with friends, meet new people, enjoy light refreshments, and spend time in a space dedicated to curiosity, compassion, and meaningful conversation.

We hope you’ll leave inspired by the stories, encouraged by what’s ahead, and reminded that peace is something we build together—one relationship at a time.

Schedule
6:45 p.m. – Doors open, exhibit viewing, refreshments, and conversation
7:15–8:15 p.m. – Program
8:15 p.m. onward – More time to mingle, explore the exhibit, and connect with A Peace of My Mind’s community.

Sign up link in the comments.
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Leaning into what gives a place life…Storytelling in New York Mills along the Ottertail River and at Pickletoberfest. Di...
10/04/2026

Leaning into what gives a place life…

Storytelling in New York Mills along the Ottertail River and at Pickletoberfest.

Dill, sweet, or hot?

A little Friday night lights before some storytelling in New York Mills tomorrow at
10/03/2026

A little Friday night lights before some storytelling in New York Mills tomorrow at

The blurb on the dust jacket of the book said this:“As a graduate student at Oxford, Ryan Bernsten undertook a 23,000-mi...
10/02/2026

The blurb on the dust jacket of the book said this:

“As a graduate student at Oxford, Ryan Bernsten undertook a 23,000-mile journey through all 50 states to look beyond the news cycles and see his home country from the ground. Following in the footsteps of Alexis de Tocqueville, Bernsten leads with the desire to listen and find common humanity in Americans he meets across the country. Bernsten ultimately offers a hopeful vision for the future of America, as he embarks on a search for meaning and reflects on what it means to be American.”

Sound familiar?

I had just been talking with at the conference last week, but I didn’t know he was an author.

Then I saw the book but I didn’t connect the dots until someone clued me in and I said, “Oh wait… that Ryan is THAT Ryan??”

So we traded books. And we traded stories. Road warriors always feel a kindred spirit with other road warriors, but the overlap was uncanny…

Both from Wisconsin. Same mission. Same curiosity. Similar journey. Both working in our own ways to bring people together in a divided world.

A small world just got smaller. Good to cross paths with you Ryan. May the road always bring you new adventures.

Thanks to the folks who came out last night to share food, stories, and connection.
10/01/2026

Thanks to the folks who came out last night to share food, stories, and connection.

09/30/2026

Getting ready for an evening program at San Pablo Church in Minneapolis.

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