Heart Wisdom – Ep. 323 – Creating an Island of Peace in the Midst of War

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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.

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“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

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”
This episode was originally filmed for Mantra Ukraine. Learn more about Mantra Ukraine on Instagram.
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