Ram Dass Here And Now Ep. 79 - Danny Goleman and HH the Dalai Lama's Vision for the World
Jul 3, 2015
In this lively conversation, Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence, and Mirabai Bush, founder of Contemplative Mind, dive into the insightful realm of emotional awareness and its connection to spirituality. They reflect on their experiences with the Dalai Lama and their time in India, discussing the importance of compassion in education and leadership. The talk emphasizes small actions creating positive change and how integrating emotional intelligence can transform personal growth. Listeners are invited to explore their journeys toward a more compassionate world.
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First Meeting with Dalai Lama
- Daniel Goleman first met the Dalai Lama in 1984 at Amherst College through Bob Thurman.
- He helped organize meetings bridging science and the Dalai Lama's interest, co-founding the Mind and Life Institute.
Dalai Lama's Vision for Change
- The Dalai Lama's vision starts with inner work on emotions then acts with compassion.
- Addressing corruption, inequality, environment through dialogue and long-term view is essential.
JoinAForceForGood.org Encouragement
- JoinAForceForGood.org invites people to share acts of kindness publicly.
- Sharing these acts helps build a visible force for good and counters feelings of isolation.
