

How Personal Peace Fuels Global Change - A Conversation with Thomas McConkie
30 snips Oct 26, 2024
Thomas McConkie, an author, developmental researcher, and meditation teacher, dives into the transformative power of grace during this enlightening conversation. He discusses how inner peace fosters meaningful action and aligns individuals with love in challenging global times. McConkie highlights the disconnect between theoretical peace studies and personal transformation, emphasizing self-care, mindfulness, and the necessity of slowing down. His insights inspire listeners to cultivate resilience, embrace their worth, and engage in compassionate activism.
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Inner Peace Trumps Expertise
- Expertise in peacebuilding is essential but insufficient.
- It requires becoming a person of peace by addressing inner turmoil.
Inner Peace Drives Decisions
- Inner turmoil can drive people to act against their character.
- Inner peace enables better decisions and reduces conflict.
Alma's Choice
- Alma, facing societal fracture, prioritized ministry over political power.
- He chose to address the root issues, not just political problems.