Roshi Joan Halifax

Nicholas Kristof, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, dives into the power of hope during challenging times, sharing how he maintains optimism while covering tragic global events. Roshi Joan Halifax, an ecologist and founder of the Upaya Zen Center, discusses the Buddhist concept of 'wise hope' and its role in fostering compassion and resilience. They explore personal stories of understanding amidst conflict and highlight how community and empathy can help us navigate despair, making a case for hope as a choice we can all embrace.

This podcast features Buddhist teacher Roshi Joan Halifax and writer/activist Rebecca Solnit discussing topics such as personal reflections on climate grief, rewriting the narrative of the Anthropocene, confronting loss and taking action, the blame game in the climate crisis, overcoming challenges and fighting for a future, shaping the future amidst feelings of doom, organizing and engaging with uncertainty, the true nature of people in disasters, the power of compassion, the power of storytelling, and the two exponential curves shaping the future of our climate.

Join esteemed Zen teacher Roshi Joan Halifax, known for her end-of-life care work, and Tara Brach, a clinical psychologist and meditation teacher, as they explore the vital essence of connection. They delve into bridging divides through self-reflection and the power of storytelling. With insights on empathy, they share transformative reconciliation stories, including a touching tale from Israel and Pakistan. The conversation encourages inner kindness and imagines a hopeful future while embracing gratitude and community support.

Roshi Joan Halifax, an abbot at the Upaya Zen Center in Santa Fe, discusses the transformation of positive states into negative ones. Topics include wearing masks, the nature of God, the presence of Neem Corolla Baba, the state of the world, the impact of compassion and social justice, and connecting with family and friends.

Roshi Joan Halifax, a Buddhist teacher and anthropologist known for her work in end-of-life care, shares her insights on cultivating equanimity amid political chaos. She discusses the importance of balance in navigating today's turbulent landscape and promotes respectful engagement with differing views. Joan emphasizes that equanimity, likened to 'vitamin E,' isn't easily achieved but is vital for personal well-being. Through personal anecdotes, she explores the interplay of emotional strength and openness, and encourages ongoing mindfulness practices for resilience.