Liz Monson

Liz Monson, a Buddhist scholar and teacher at Natural Dharma Fellowship, shares her journey intertwining Buddhism with nature-based practices. She discusses how her childhood connection to nature shaped her path, challenging human-centrism in spirituality. Monson emphasizes the wisdom of trees and the elements, exploring their emotional significance. The conversation also touches on the synergy between psychedelics and meditation for awakening, and the importance of self-compassion in navigating suffering and embracing interconnection with the world.