Emergence Magazine Podcast On Time, Mystery, and Kinship – A Conversation with Jane Hirshfield
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Oct 29, 2024 Join award-winning poet Jane Hirshfield, whose verses intertwine the mystical with the physical. She delves into the elusive nature of time, exploring how Zen influences our understanding of existence. Through poetry and personal reflections, Jane discusses the kinship with the Earth, emphasizing empathy in the face of climate challenges. She also reflects on the timeless role of women in spiritual poetry and their struggles, while advocating for compassion and mindfulness as responses to ecological despair.
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Monastery Life
- Jane Hirshfield lived in a Zen monastery for three years, experiencing a deep connection with nature.
- She describes hearing the earth during an earthquake and mountain lions communicating, highlighting the sensory immersion.
Time in Meditation
- In the monastery, time is perceived differently due to the absence of conventional time-keeping devices.
- Meditation provides unique experiences of time, where it can feel both instantaneous and stretched.
The Power of Attention
- Cultivate attention to fully engage with life and avoid distractions.
- Zen practice emphasizes attention as a gateway to connection and stepping outside of ego-driven narratives.