Sound Pathways, January 7, 2026
Sound Pathways with Dr. Karen Olson
Bob Atkinson - Unity is not an idea -- it's a practice!
The Way of Unit: A New Story of Wholeness for Our Lives and Our Time
Title: Unity is not an idea -- it's a practice!
In a time of deep division, what if peace begins with remembering our shared wholeness — and living it in practical ways? Tonight on Sound Pathways, I’m joined by Robert Atkinson, Ph.D., award-winning author, educator, and developmental psychologist, to explore his new book The Way of Unity and the essential principles and “preconditions” for peace we can apply in everyday life — starting now.
Robert Atkinson, PhD, is an award-winning author, educator, and developmental psychologist whose work bridges storytelling, transformation, and the evolution of consciousness with a unitive vision. His latest book, The Way of Unity: Essential Principles and Preconditions for Peace (2025) offers a framework and study guide for putting into action the unitive wisdom underpinning our collective evolution. He is the author of A New Story of Wholeness (2022), Our Moment of Choice (co-editor, 2020), Year of Living Deeply: A Memoir of 1969 (2019), The Story of Our Time (2017), The Gift of Stories (1995), and six other books. He is director of StoryCommons, founder of One Planet Peace Forum, and member of the Evolutionary Leaders Circle.
Headlined Show, Sound Pathways January 7, 2026
Sound Pathways
In a time of deep division, what if peace begins with remembering our shared wholeness — and living it in practical ways? Tonight on Sound Pathways, I’m joined by Robert Atkinson, Ph.D., award-winning author, educator, and developmental psychologist, to explore his new book The Way of Unity and the essential principles and “preconditions” for peace we can apply in everyday life — starting now.
Robert Atkinson, PhD, is an award-winning author, educator, and developmental psychologist whose work bridges storytelling, transformation, and the evolution of consciousness with a unitive vision. His latest book, The Way of Unity: Essential Principles and Preconditions for Peace (2025) offers a framework and study guide for putting into action the unitive wisdom underpinning our collective evolution. He is the author of A New Story of Wholeness (2022), Our Moment of Choice (co-editor, 2020), Year of Living Deeply: A Memoir of 1969 (2019), The Story of Our Time (2017), The Gift of Stories (1995), and six other books. He is director of StoryCommons, founder of One Planet Peace Forum, and member of the Evolutionary Leaders Circle.
Sound Pathways
Sound Pathways is an inspiring and groundbreaking journey into the healing power of sound, creativity, and connection, exploring the profound link between Mind, Body, and Spirit. Hosted by Karen Olson, Ph.D., the show features captivating conversations with composers, musicians, sound healers, and inspirational thought leaders who share pioneering insights into how creativity and vibration shape our lives.
Each episode invites you to explore the magic of sound and energy as powerful tools for healing, self-discovery, and achieving your dreams. With special guests, uplifting stories, live call-ins for personalized sound healings, and unique teachings, Sound Pathways inspires you to tune in, align with your inner self, and elevate your life.
