First, From the Heart

What does it take to make a difference in this world? We are each just one being in the sea of humanity, yet we have a deep inner knowing that our individual actions have impact and meaning. Especially when we join forces and work on a collective level, we have the power to weave a just and peaceful world into form.
 
But as our faculty colleague Dr. David Addiss astutely names, our “compulsion to save the world” can also present serious obstacles to our progress. Sometimes the seemingly insurmountable overtakes our capacity to act and we retreat or withdraw altogether. We’ve all hit the wall at some point. Then what?
 
We stand with and for each other. We listen and feel. We share resources, support, and most importantly, we open our hearts and lean in. With courage and curiosity, we acknowledge the suffering. Only then can we discern the wise action we are called to take next.
 
Not one of us can do this alone. If you seek more collaboration, community, and evidence-based solutions, we invite you to join us for a conversation next week to learn more about the next round of Compassionate Leadership Certification Programs. We look forward to connecting then.

Be gentle and brave,
Laura