In this episode I’m in conversation with Lily Cole.

Lily is a model, activist, social entrepreneur, writer, actor and mother who has campaigned and acted persistently on multiple social, environmental and climate justice issues throughout her working life.

She is committed to exploring new possibilities and ways of being which put care and life at the centre.

I connected with Lily last year when we were both invited to attend a climate activism retreat at Plum Village, the Zen Buddhist Monastery in France founded by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh

The Plum Village force is strong in this episode.

This conversation is grounded in this moment, it’s a dive into the deeper parts of change, the inner and outer dimensions of our values and actions and how they influence and shape the systems we seek to change.

We explore:

* Mindfulness, practicing deep listening and cultivating empathy for addressing the complex, contradicting and overwhelming issues of living in these times.

* The interconnectedness of all beings, ancient wisdoms and other ways of knowing, and the potential of shifting perspectives to create more caring and sustainable cultures.

* How we can integrate these practices and insights into our lives and communities as part of a collective journey towards regenerative and peaceful change.

Links

Lily Cole

Who Cares Wins Podcast

Plum Village

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