10% Happier with Dan Harris Escape from Zombieland, Koshin Paley Ellison
Jul 24, 2019
Koshin Paley Ellison, a Zen teacher and psychotherapist, discusses the growing issue of social isolation in our digital age, coining the term 'Zombieland' for our disconnected existence. He shares insights on fostering genuine relationships and the vital role of intimacy and vulnerability in our lives. Through unique exercises, he encourages deeper connections, while emphasizing meditation as a tool for emotional resilience. The conversation explores the significance of presence and compassion, providing practical advice for living life wholeheartedly.
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Zombieland
- "Zombieland" describes our current state of social isolation, driven by technology and self-centeredness.
- This isolation leads to a lack of meaningful connection and a hunger for intimacy.
Address Isolation
- Notice your isolating behaviors and acknowledge the underlying vulnerability and fear.
- Cultivate healthy embarrassment about these behaviors to motivate change.
Find Your Five
- Physician and friend, Terona Low Dog, asks her patients to identify five people they can rely on.
- Many struggle to name even one, highlighting the pervasiveness of social isolation.
