The One You Feed How to Embrace the Mystery of the Human Spirit with Parker Palmer
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Mar 6, 2024 Parker Palmer, a renowned writer and activist, dives deep into the complexities of the human spirit, drawing from his work at the Center for Courage and Renewal. He sheds light on embracing wholeness and the importance of nurturing inner positivity. He shares his personal journey through depression, emphasizing the critical role of authentic friendships. The conversation navigates the transformative power of genuine connections, self-reflection, and the resilience needed to grow through life's challenges, leaving listeners inspired and hopeful.
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Inner and Outer Co-creation
- Life depends on what we bring to the world and how we process what it throws back.
- We have a responsibility to create positive micro-environments around us.
Troubling Societal Trends
- Today's troubling trends include the rise of the far right and acceptance of conspiracy theories.
- Current societal discourse seems less rational and empirical than in the past.
Bridging Differences & Disengaging
- We must learn to talk across differences and engage in "creative tension holding."
- Recognize when conversations are unproductive and disengage.
