Melissa Carter

Zen priest Rev. angel Kyodo williams and spiritual leader Melissa Carter explore the concept of belonging and its impact on our lives. They discuss the need to belong to oneself before seeking belonging in groups or collectives. They emphasize the importance of reclaiming all aspects of oneself and fully inhabiting our humanity. They also discuss the challenges of navigating loss and finding a sense of belonging, and the importance of embracing our humanity and fostering authentic connections with others.

Melissa Carter, Senior Director for Global Spiritual Life at NYU, challenges the fear of differing views and shares techniques to bridge the gaps of misunderstanding. She explores 'intelligent differences' and distinguishes between genuine harm and simple disagreement. Discover the power of conflict and the potential for shared belonging as we learn to view opposition as a beacon towards mutual growth and understanding.