There's a lot of stillness at the @garrisoninstitute.bsky.social as we prepare for #MLISRI2026. Tomorrow, researchers, contemplatives, cultural thinkers & policymakers will gather for 5 days to explore what holds us together in an age of fracture—we're looking forward to seeing participants soon!

Can we be healthy in an unhealthy world? Jon Kabat-Zinn joins the Mind & Life podcast to explore how mindfulness can support not only personal well-being, but collective and planetary health. 🎧 Listen: podcast.mindandlife.org/jamie-bristo...

“Inner development and outer systems change are inseparable.” On the latest Mind & Life podcast, Megan Seneque explores Theory U and awareness-based systems change. What if personal and societal transformation are one journey? 🎧 podcast.mindandlife.org/podcast/podc...

“We collectively create results that we individually don’t want.” Katrin Kaufer joins the Mind & Life podcast to explore Theory U, systems change, and compassionate futures with Martin Kalungu-Banda, Megan Seneque, & Jamie Bristow. 🎧 podcast.mindandlife.org/jamie-bristo...

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“The work was no longer just out there. The work was on me as well.” On the newest Mind & Life podcast, Martin Kalungu-Banda explores Theory U, systems change, and inner transformation. 🎧 Listen: podcast.mindandlife.org/jamie-bristo...

Environmental neuroscientist Pooja Sahni explores how contemplative and ecological education can prepare students for a changing world. Read the essay: www.mindandlife.org/insight/cont... Subscribe to Mindstream: www.mindandlife.org/mindstream/

How can contemplative wisdom and modern science work together to better understand the mind? In this 2007 Mind & Life Dialogue clip, the Dalai Lama reflects on mindfulness, compassion, depression, and the value of integrating science with contemplative traditions. Watch now: buff.ly/YceF78y

“When people exercise violence, they’re not exercising power—they’re exercising abuse.” On the newest Mind & Life podcast, Kazu Haga joins Thomas Hübl, Laura Calderón de la Barca, & Jamie Bristow to explore how trauma shapes our systems & relationships. 🎧 podcast.mindandlife.org/jamie-bristo...

“Trauma is how our nervous system responds when we lack the resources to process what’s happening,” says Laura Calderón de la Barca on the Mind & Life podcast. Explore how trauma shapes individuals, relationships, and systems. 🎧 mindand.life/OcTL50YWAL1

“We’ve all been born into a pre-traumatized world,” says Thomas Hübl on the newest Mind & Life podcast. What if today’s challenges are rooted in inherited trauma? Listen as guests explore healing, systems change, and collective responsibility. 🎧 podcast.mindandlife.org/jamie-bristo...

“I know Joanna really loved ‘the Work That Reconnects’…it’s about feeling part of life on Earth,” shares Chris Johnstone. In this episode, he and guests reflect on reconnecting—with ourselves, each other, and the living world—to move from despair to action. 🎧 podcast.mindandlife.org/jamie-bristo...

“The wound is not the end—it’s the entryway.” Inspired by Rumi, Shayontoni Ghosh explores how pain can open us. In this Mind & Life episode, guests discuss Joanna Macy’s Work That Reconnects—turning grief and fear into connection, belonging, and action. 🎧 podcast.mindandlife.org/jamie-bristo...

“Nature connection and earth awareness matter not just ecologically, but psychologically.” 🌍 Constanza Baquedano highlights how recognizing our deep interconnection with Earth can foster care, responsibility, and belonging. Learn more: www.mindandlife.org/media/advanc... #EarthAwareness

What if #grief is a doorway, not a dead end? In our latest podcast, Phoebe Tickell explores Joanna Macy’s Work That Reconnects—moving from gratitude to action. By facing despair, we uncover compassion and courage. Listen 🎧 podcast.mindandlife.org/jamie-bristo...

Happy #EarthDay! 🌍 Pooja Sanhi of IIT Delhi reminds us that Earth awareness means recognizing we’re not separate from the environment, but part of it. We’re proud to highlight this work with the BESS Family Foundation. Learn more: www.mindandlife.org/media/advanc... #EarthDay #EarthAwareness

“It’s not a sprint or a marathon—it’s a relay race,” says Jamie Bristow on #SystemsChange. In the first episode of our new Mind & Life podcast mini-series, Jamie explores leadership grounded in inner practice & lived where decisions happen. Listen & share! 🎧 podcast.mindandlife.org/jamie-bristo...

We’re still holding the joy and warmth of Wisdom for Our Time in D.C., celebrating His Holiness the Dalai Lama at 90 and the dialogue he inspired. Connie Kemmerer shares why this mission matters now more than ever: mindandlife.org/media/reflections-on-celebrating-his-holiness-the-dalai-lama-at-90/

Can #SystemsChange begin with attention, relationship, healing, and story—not just policy or technology? In a new Mind & Life mini-series, Jamie Bristow explores the systems thinking iceberg and where true leverage lives. Listen: podcast.mindandlife.org/jamie-bristo... #SystemsThinking

"At a time when we face many challenges, it’s essential that we cultivate the sense of oneness of humanity," shared Tseten Chhoekyapa on behalf of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Read more on the Mind & Life blog: www.mindandlife.org/media/reflec... #MindAndLife

Lucy Shultz reminds us: “Earth awareness is about rediscovering and deeply appreciating who we are… ecological beings.” We’re spotlighting our interdisciplinary working group advancing this emerging field with the BESS Family Foundation. Learn more: www.mindandlife.org/media/advanc... #EarthMonth

“Mind & Life’s work sits at the intersection we need: science in service of human flourishing, grounded in wisdom and heart.” Connie Kemmerer reflects on Wisdom for Our Time, honoring His Holiness the Dalai Lama at 90. Read more: www.mindandlife.org/media/reflec... #DalaiLama

Mind & Life gathered in D.C. on March 28 to celebrate His Holness the Dalai Lama at 90 and nearly 40 years of dialogue. In a new blog reflection, Connie Kemmerer shares why this work still matters. 🙏 Read more: www.mindandlife.org/media/reflec... #DalaiLama90 #WisdomForOurTime

“The reality is we never have been separate, and we never will be separate,” shares writer/Zen teacher David Loy. This month, we’re highlighting voices from our interdisciplinary working group advancing earth awareness w/ the BESS Family Foundation. Learn more: www.mindandlife.org/media/advanc...

“My main commitments are emotional value for a happy life and society, and promoting harmony to deepen compassion,” shared the Dalai Lama at the 2007 Mind & Life Dialogue in Dharamsala, India. He reflects on mindfulness, compassion, and mental health—showing how inner balance supports well-being.

In this 2007 Mind & Life Dialogue, Helen Mayberg explains how treatment-resistant depression can disrupt the brain’s emotional and cognitive balance—and how deep brain stimulation may help restore connection, agency, and hope. Watch: www.mindandlife.org/dialogue/min... #MindandLife #Neuroscience

This month, we’re featuring insights from our interdisciplinary working group on earth awareness, made possible by the BESS Family Foundation. In this video, Jyoti Mishra shares what earth awareness means to her. Learn more: www.mindandlife.org/media/advanc...

“Compassion in action is about what risk you’re willing to take,” shared Dr. Sará King at our 2024 Summer Research Institute. In a panel with Oneika Mays and Dina Nayeri, she explores compassion, justice, mental health, and community change: www.mindandlife.org/media/compas... #Compassion

What if compassion isn’t just something we feel—but something that can shape the world? In this month’s Mindstream, we explore compassion as a collective force: from the stories we tell, to the power of working together to build caring communities. Subscribe now! mindand.life/OgAP50Y1mT4

“Compassion can be motivated initially by anger at the cause of suffering,” says Buddhist scholar John Dunne in archival footage from the 21st Mind & Life Dialogue. He reflects on the difference between anger at a person and anger at suffering’s cause. More: mindand.life/4CJl50Ym3kN #MindAndLife

What can eco-anxiety teach us about finding meaning in crisis? On the Mind & Life blog, Panu Pihkala reflects on the emotional and existential dimensions of the climate crisis—and how meaning, community, and contemplation can help us respond. Read more: www.mindandlife.org/media/eco-an...

Wendy Hasenkamp reflects on safety—in community, social spaces, and our bodies. In this special episode, she joins co-producer Phil Walker to share lessons from 13+ years with Mind & Life and why she’s returning to school to become a clinical herbalist. Listen 🎧 mindand.life/XQM250Yn1mg

Since launch, Wendy Hasenkamp has hosted 84 deep Mind & Life podcast conversations. After five years with the show (13+ with Mind & Life), she is returning to school to become a clinical herbalist. Co-producer Phil Walker reflects with Wendy. Listen: podcast.mindandlife.org/wendy-hasenk....

How do we resist the pull of power and money? At the 21st Mind & Life Dialogue (2010), His Holiness the Dalai Lama explored this—and more—with Richie Davidson, John Dunne, Sharon Salzberg, and others. Watch in the Mind & Life Digital Library: www.mindandlife.org/dialogue/men... #MindAndLife

“In today’s world of distraction, training our attention is more important than ever,” says Amishi Jha. Revisit her Insights essay: www.mindandlife.org/insight/stre... Mindstream signup: www.mindandlife.org/mindstream/ Artwork by: Sirin Thada. #MindAndLife

Earth awareness asks how we sense our deep connection with nature—and how that insight can drive systems change. A new Mind & Life working group with the BESS Family Foundation explores this emerging research. Learn more: www.mindandlife.org/media/advanc... #EarthAwareness #NatureConnectedness

“If people meet and listen with respect, society will flourish. If the community cares for the environment, they will prosper,” shared Jack Kornfield @ the 39th Mind & Life Dialogue. A reminder that compassion & responsibility must guide the future of AI. Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnqX... #AI

We’re hiring! Mind & Life Institute seeks a strategic, values-driven Director of Development to grow fundraising that bridges science and contemplative wisdom. Lead major, annual & planned giving, donor engagement, and campaigns. Apply & share: www.mindandlife.org/about/career... #MindAndLife

“To have a good quality of life, you don’t need to lead only a life of consumption.” In this clip, Thupten Jinpa, Ph.D., reflects on the Dalai Lama’s environmental wisdom and the difference between standard of living and true quality of life. 🎥 mindand.life/IpFg50XU6bB #MindAndLife #Compassion

We’re hiring! Mind & Life Institute seeks a strategic Director of Product, Programs & Earned Revenue (hybrid) to grow revenue-generating programs, events, and digital offerings while expanding audience engagement. Apply: mindandlife.org/about/careers/director-of-product-programs-and-earned-revenue/

“All of us need to shape AI to support inner growth… compassion, attention training, mindfulness,” said Tibetan Buddhist nun Ani Tenzin Choyang at the 39th Mind & Life Dialogue. Watch more on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zr5W... #MindandLifeDialogue #AIEthics

Mind & Life Podcast (launched 2020) is entering a new chapter: we’ll honor host Wendy Hasenkamp with a reflective episode next month. This spring: a systems-change mini-series with Jamie Bristow; fall season hosted by David Creswell. More: mindand.life/5rFh50Y4v5g #MindAndLife #Podcast

Last chance! Apply by Jan 27 for SRI 2026: “Depolarization” (June 7–12, Garrison Institute, NY). Faculty includes Jay Van Bavel, Lani Shiota, Buju Dasgupta and more. Apply now: www.mindandlife.org/.../2026-sum... #SRI2026 #Depolarization

What does it truly mean to flourish—and how do our intentions shape the life we’re cultivating? This month’s Mindstream explores flourishing as a lived practice: finding wisdom in difficulty and the small, intentional acts that ripple outward. www.mindandlife.org/mindstream/ #MindAndLife

“AI has enormous potential—but its future isn’t inevitable,” says Luc Steels. It’s on us to shape what comes next. Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCOO... #MindandLifeDialogue #MindsAIEthics #AI #Ethics #HumanAgency #Compassion #ArtificialIntelligence #HumanFlourishing

Applications close Jan 27 for the 2026 Summer Research Institute “Depolarization: Cultivating Connection in a Divided World” (June 7–12, Garrison Institute). Explore how polarization shows up in our minds, bodies, and society—and how connection can help. Apply: www.mindandlife.org/.../2026-sum...

Join us June 7–12, 2026 at the Garrison Institute (NY) for the Summer Research Institute, “Depolarization: Cultivating Connection in a Divided World,” with faculty including Nichol Bradford, David Broockman, Michelle Shiota, Jay Van Bavel, and more. Apply by Jan 27: www.mindandlife.org #SRI2026

“For every action, there’s a global dimension,” says Mind & Life Board Chair Emeritus Thupten Jinpa, PhD. In conversation with President Suzanne Bond, he reflects on how awareness shapes responsibility—and how the Dalai Lama embodies simplicity. 🎥 www.mindandlife.org/event/the-da... #DalaiLama

“The humanness of human scientists is not something we’d want to automate away,” says Molly Crockett (@mjcrockett.bsky.social) from our Mind & Life Dialogue Minds, AI, and Ethics. She calls AI a “storytelling crisis.” Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PH-...

“As a community, we can still reflect and reimagine the relationship between AI, business objectives—and ecological imperatives,” says Sasha Luccioni. At the 39th Mind & Life Dialogue, she unpacked AI’s hidden ecological costs and what true sustainability means: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDOA...