Liz Monson – Reclaiming the Magic
Show notes
In this episode, Wendy speaks with Buddhist scholar and meditation teacher Liz Monson. Liz is one of the pioneers in combining Buddhist teachings with nature-based practices, and her work helps us connect in an embodied way to the fundamental interconnectedness of the world. This conversation covers many topics, including:
- how spirituality and connection to nature fed into her path to Buddhism;
- nature-based practices in the Buddhist tradition;
- moving beyond human-centrism;
- the energies of the natural world;
- the sandcastle of the constructed self;
- why human beings are really here;
- lessons about human nature from 9/11;
- wisdom from the trees;
- practices to connect with the elements of nature;
- working with elemental energies to understand emotions;
- understanding the divine masculine and feminine archetypes;
- psychedelics and meditation as complementary pathways toward awakening;
- an experiential approach to suffering and healing;
- and the need for self-compassion and love.