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Inspired by Standing Rock as the Fires Rage

October 9, 2020

Thanissara
October 9, 2020

As wildfire threatens to engulf her home, and as the world faces disaster following on disaster, Thanissara draws courage from the extraordinary spirit of solidarity she encountered at Standing Rock.

Thanissara

Plum Village Monastics in Conversation with Bill McKibben

August 21, 2020

Bill McKibben and Plum Village Community
August 21, 2020

The renowned environmental activist talks with members of Thích Nhất Hạnh’s Plum Village about why we need to abandon Western hyper-individualism and consumer culture and learn to live more simply in community.

Bill McKibben and Plum Village Community

Listening to Young Voices

No Time to Lose

June 23, 2020

Kirsten Rudestam
June 23, 2020

Young people are voicing grief about the loss of their world—and organizing to stop it. Kirsten Rudestam, a young dharma teacher herself, asks us to heed their calls.

Kirsten Rudestam

What Would Healing Look Like?

No Time to Lose

June 10, 2020

Belvie Rooks
June 10, 2020

How do we navigate the intersecting griefs of personal loss and centuries of systemic racial oppression? Belvie Rooks's journey toward healing shines a powerful light amid the darkness of state violence and ecological destruction.

Belvie Rooks

Use This Time Well

April 2, 2020

Joan Halifax
April 2, 2020

With pervasive uncertainty and heightened fear surrounding COVID-19, Roshi Joan Halifax’s reflections on the occasion of her climate protest offer useful wisdom: “this situation was the perfect time and place to practice.”

Joan Halifax

The Power of Two Pennies

Compassion in Action Around the World

August 28, 2019

Kristin Barker
August 28, 2019

Like the Boddhisattva with a thousand hands, Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation's 10 million members are providing relief to victims of climate disasters and other humanitarian crises around the world. Founder Master Cheng Yen clarifies for all involved, compassion is realized only through action.

Kristin Barker

Love Letter to New Activists

May 27, 2017

Sarah Vekasi
May 27, 2017

Following the People's Climate Mobilization, we might ask "was that effective?" or "what next?" In her warm and wise letter to new activists, long-time engaged environmentalist, Sarah Vekasi, addresses the importance of a mindful approach to becoming and staying engaged.

Sarah Vekasi

New York Insight’s Budding EcoSangha

March 9, 2017

Vivian Mac
March 9, 2017

Rising out of the experience of taking the EcoSattva Training, together, a local group is finding the inspiration, courage and determination to heal themselves and their world.

Vivian Mac

Mobilizing on Behalf of Life

February 27, 2017

Bhikkhu Bodhi
February 27, 2017

As Buddhists we are committed to the "timeless values of compassion, peace and wisdom." Ven. Bikkhu Bhodhi calls on us to mobilize in "inspired action to protect the climate."

Bhikkhu Bodhi

Mindfulness in Action at the People’s Climate Mobilization

Standing Up for All Children of All Species

February 23, 2017

One Earth Sangha
February 23, 2017

Let's gather a strong, mindful presence this April for the People's Climate Movement. Save the dates of April 2 and 29 and then start organizing your communities for this opportunity to stand for all children of all species.

One Earth Sangha

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No Time to Lose

No Time to Lose

Compassion in Action Around the World

Standing Up for All Children of All Species

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