Natalie Goldberg

In this engaging conversation, Natalie Goldberg, a renowned author and speaker celebrated for merging writing with Zen practice, shares her insights on unlocking creativity. She discusses how mindfulness enhances writing and explores the transformative power of silent retreats. The impact of the pandemic on creative processes is examined, alongside practical ways to integrate Zen principles into daily life. Goldberg also reflects on the duality of emotions in writing and the importance of community support for nurturing creativity.

In this enlightening discussion, Natalie Goldberg, a renowned author and dharma practitioner, shares her journey through koan study and meditation. She reflects on how personal suffering deepens compassion, recounts her transformative encounter with the Rhinoceros Fan koan, and challenges listeners to confront contemporary wounds through creative practice. Goldberg also suggests crafting modern koans tied to local sacred sites and questions the role of sitting in peace amidst political tension. Her candid insights on illness and brokenness resonate deeply, merging art with Zen wisdom.