10% Happier with Dan Harris How to Be Courageous | Stacy McClendon
May 26, 2021
Stacy McClendon, a teacher at the Common Ground Meditation Center and a social worker, discusses how meditation boosts courage. She emphasizes the importance of the Buddhist Ten Paramis in nurturing bravery for societal issues, especially in racial justice. McClendon explores how white individuals can courageously engage in conversations about race and the notion of being a 'compassionate agitator.' The conversation highlights the transformative power of community and consistent meditation practice, especially in the wake of tragedy and collective grief.
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Witnessing History
- Stacy McClendon hadn't seen the George Floyd video until recently, choosing to focus on family after her mother's death.
- Watching the trial and video, she felt a profound absence of humanity and wept.
Engaged Buddhism
- Stacy McClendon's Buddhist practice is intertwined with her daily life.
- She aims to embody Buddhist principles in her actions and interactions within the world.
Compassion and Accountability
- Compassion isn't weakness; Stacy McClendon felt compassion for Derek Chauvin, curious about his path to inhumanity.
- It's about understanding another's suffering, acknowledging their humanity while holding them accountable.
