About this episode
Karla Johnston discusses how to skillfully respond to suffering by recognizing the unique ingredients of our lives and the perspectives we hold.
Drawing from life stories, Buddhist teachings, and lessons from Plum Village, Karla Johnston explores how to respond skillfully to suffering by first recognizing the unique ingredients of our own lives and then examining the lens—historical or Ultimate—through which we view the world. Karla emphasizes connection, communal support, and mindful self-inquiry as essential practices for both personal growth and engaged, compassionate action.
People in this episode
Guest: Karla Johnston
Topics covered
- Buddhist teachings
- suffering
- personal growth
- mindful self-inquiry
- communal support
- compassionate action
Keywords
- Buddhism
- suffering
- mindfulness
- self-inquiry
- community support
- compassion
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Plum Village
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