Secular Buddhism Podcast

#61

Mindful Relationships, Social Justice & More - Yael Shy

In this episode, I talk to Yael Shy about how mindfulness can be applied to relationships and social activism. We explore how cultivating self-awareness and self-compassion allows us to be more present and accepting in our relationships, moving away from seeking external validation and towards recognizing our own inherent worth. Yael shares the metaphor of a lake to illustrate how a larger capacity for self-acceptance creates space for others, and how relationships act as mirrors, reflecting our own inner landscapes. We also discuss how mindfulness enhances social activism by fostering a sense of interconnectedness and interdependence, enabling us to engage with the world's suffering skillfully and sustainably, rather than becoming overwhelmed or reactive. Key takeaways include the importance of recognizing impermanence in relationships, the power of "skillful means" in activism, and the practice of accepting discomfort as a natural part of life.

Dec 15, 2017

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