Dr. David Loy - Reconnecting with Nature and our Inner being | Our Gift to the Earth

Our guest today is Dr David Loy, Professor of Buddhist and Comparative Philosophy, writer, and teacher in the Zen tradition of Japanese Buddhism. In this interview with Scott Snibbe, he discusses the necessity of engaging with the world and transcending duality as part of one’s contemplative practice; how Buddhism and other contemplative traditions change in response to the needs of the contemporary world; and how to respond appropriately to the challenges of our time, without falling into the extremes of indifference or despair. They also discuss the need to deepen our relationship with and love for Nature and wilderness; how personal transformation is necessary to enable collective growth; and how Buddhism and other contemplative teachings can help us face what Noam Chomsky called "the most dangerous moment ever in human history". 👉 Listen to the full interview on our website or on your favourite podcast player: https://www.sciwizlive.com/podcast/da... 🗣️ Learn more about David Loy: https://sciwizlive.com/speakers/prof-... Science & Wisdom LIVE brings meditation practitioners in conversation with scientists to address the problems of contemporary society and come to new possible solutions. Addressing topics such as AI ethics, gender equality, climate change, and the benefits of mindfulness and meditation. We believe that dialogues between science and contemplative traditions inspire positive action and ethical solutions, grounded in values of cooperation, compassion, and equality. 🌐 Visit our website: https://sciwizlive.com/ ✉️ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.sciwizlive.com/about 🚀 Follow us on: Facebook:   / sciwizlive   Instagram:   / scienceandwisdomlive   LinkedIn:   / science-wisdom-live   #Science&WisdomLIVE #ZenBuddhism #MindfulLiving #SustainableSpirituality #Nature