[Best Of] On Wisdom & Love in Troubling Times | Mark Nepo & Elizabeth Lesser

About this episode

The episode explores finding grounding in times of division through community and historical perspective.

In times of great division, disruption, and uncertainty, how can we find the ability to stay grounded? While each of us may find we have different answers, Here are a few that have been emerging for me recently: The first - remembering, in the words of one of today’s guests: you don’t have to do it alone. Remembering the power (and necessity) of seeking out supportive community, and friends. The second -turning to history. Gaining perspective and insight by...

People in this episode

Host: Joshua Steinfeldt

Guests: Mark Nepo, Elizabeth Lesser

Topics covered

• wisdom
• love
• community
• history
• support
• groundedness

Keywords

• wisdom
• love
• community
• support
• history
• groundedness
• uncertainty

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