Stacy McClendon

Stacy McClendon, a teacher at the Common Ground Meditation Center and a social worker, discusses how meditation boosts courage. She emphasizes the importance of the Buddhist Ten Paramis in nurturing bravery for societal issues, especially in racial justice. McClendon explores how white individuals can courageously engage in conversations about race and the notion of being a 'compassionate agitator.' The conversation highlights the transformative power of community and consistent meditation practice, especially in the wake of tragedy and collective grief.