THE FIELD ALMANAC

In this reflection, Mary Huron Hunter explores the deeper message inside the film Field of Dreams—the mysterious moment when a quiet voice asks someone to build something that makes no practical sense… yet feels deeply right. Through the story of Ray Kinsella and his unlikely baseball field, the piece invites readers to consider the dreams, ideas, and callings that arrive the same way in our own lives. The ones that don’t come with guarantees, approval, or a clear roadmap—only the feeling that something meaningful is asking to be brought into the world. It’s a reflection about courage, trust, and what happens when we choose to listen to that quiet voice anyway.

The Field for Human Communication explores the living relational space where communication actually happens. Drawing on three decades of experience working with leaders and organizations, Mary Huron Hunter argues that most communication challenges are not caused by the words we say but by the deeper dynamics underneath them—our attention, nervous systems, beliefs, and relational patterns. The article introduces the concept of “The Field” as both a metaphor and a practical framework for understanding human interaction. By learning to notice and respond to what is happening in the field between people, individuals and leaders can develop deeper awareness, navigate difficult conversations more effectively, and cultivate more authentic and resilient relationships.

We are living through the unraveling of outdated systems—and the emergence of something new. This essay explores what it truly means to say “the future is feminine,” not as a gendered claim, but as an invitation into embodied, relational leadership that honors wholeness, connection, and long-term wellbeing. At its heart, feminine leadership reconnects body, voice, and communication as the foundation for a more human future.

In this insightful blog post, we delve into the phenomenon of over-apologizing, particularly among women in professional and personal settings. Many of us don’t realize how frequently we say “sorry” and the subtle effects it can have on our presence and authority. The article explores the deep-rooted relationship between our nervous systems and our communication habits, shedding light on how stress responses can lead to apologetic language.

Most people don’t struggle with communication because they lack the right words—they struggle because their nervous system is overwhelmed in moments that matter. This essay explores why scripted communication often fails under stress and introduces embodied communication as a more reliable, human-centered approach. When presence leads, language follows. Through nervous system regulation, attunement, and integrity, communication becomes a source of trust, emotional safety, and clarity in relationships, leadership, and culture.

Conflict is a part of life, but it doesn’t have to define or overtake your life. Learn how to use your words as medicine from these tips…

Understanding sacred speech can facilitate more harmony, tolerance and generosity in our relationships.

One of the most essential ingredients to communication that is truthful, has integrity and builds trust is consent.

In our culture, we are quick to react and respond, sometimes harshly or negatively, when someone shares their grievances about us, with us. Read on to learn one simple approach that may immediately help and heal …

What the wolves can teach us about relational communication and reciprocity…