People I (Mostly) Admire 7. Caverly Morgan: "I Am Not This Voice. I Am Not This Narrative."
Nov 14, 2020
Caverly Morgan, a mindfulness educator and founder of Peace in Schools, shares her fascinating journey from a confused retreatant to an eight-year veteran of Zen monastery life. She reveals how structured silence transformed her perspective and emphasizes the ease with which teens embrace meditation. The conversation highlights mindfulness in education and its power to reshape students' lives, including inspiring stories of those who found purpose through practice. Caverly also discusses breaking free from limiting narratives and fostering emotional health in families.
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Mosquito Story
- Caverly Morgan let a mosquito suck her blood during a retreat.
- She didn't react, demonstrating her commitment to non-harm and inquiry.
Inquiry into Discomfort
- Caverly Morgan practices deep inquiry into discomfort.
- This allows a different relationship with experiences.
Early Influences
- Caverly Morgan had a typical upbringing in Virginia.
- She recalls early experiences of witnessing people moved by something 'larger than themselves'.
