Ep. 323 - Creating an Island of Peace in the Midst of War

About this episode

Jack Kornfield discusses creating inner peace amidst external conflict, particularly in the context of war in Ukraine.

In this deeply moving talk offered to those living through war in Ukraine, Jack Kornfield reminds us that even in the most difficult conditions, the human heart has the capacity to remain open, compassionate, and free. Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/heartwisdom and get on your way to being your best self. This time on Heart Wisdom, Jack Kornfield shares: Creating inner peace in the midst of external conflict The practice of self-compassion in times of overwhelm How to work with suffering without internalizing it Reconnecting with inner resources like nature, community, and intention The teaching that “hatred never ends by hatred”  “Even though there is war around us, it is possible to create an island of peace in the middle of it all—and not let the war take over our hearts.”  –Jack Kornfield The episode was originally filmed for Mantra Ukraine, you can learn more about them on Instagram About Jack Kornfield: Jack Kornfield trained as a Buddhist monk in the monasteries of Thailand, India, and Burma, studying as a monk under the Buddhist master Ven. Ajahn Chah, as well as the Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw. He has taught…

People in this episode

Host: Jack Kornfield

Topics covered

• inner peace
• self-compassion
• suffering
• community
• nature
• war
• mindfulness

Keywords

• peace
• war
• compassion
• mindfulness
• suffering
• self-care
• community

Sponsors

BetterHelp

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mantra Ukraine, Insight Meditation Society, Spirit Rock Center

Places: Ukraine

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