Diggin' the Dharma
How Do We Know What Response is Appropriate?
Oct 15, 2023
The podcast explores the concept of 'appropriate response' in the Zen tradition, discussing the challenges of defining it during intense times. They also emphasize responding to hatred with care and compassion. The importance of compromise and understanding leadership is explored, referencing Lincoln as an example. Mindfulness is discussed as a tool for making a meaningful difference and taming reactivity. The tendency to collectivize and rationalize is explored, and a range of political situations are touched upon.
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- Practicing mindfulness and compassion allows for an appropriate response to conflict.
- Understanding the causes of conflict and cultivating a comprehensive perspective are crucial for conflict resolution.
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The Challenge of Responding Appropriately to Conflict
In this podcast episode, the hosts explore the challenge of responding appropriately to conflict, particularly in the context of the recent conflict in Israel and Gaza. They discuss the importance of practicing mindfulness and compassion in the face of intense emotions and reactions. The hosts emphasize the need to avoid collective thinking and to see individuals rather than entire groups as responsible for actions. They highlight the role of mindfulness in recognizing and stepping back from delusion and in cultivating a more wise and compassionate approach to conflict and its resolution.
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