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Clarity, Presence and Love: Both on and off the Cushion

With Milla Gregor recorded on October 19, 2025.

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How to meet the world’s joys and crises, alongside our deepening practice? Learn from the examples of Buddhist teachers and activists who engage with the world and create change from the presence, clarity and love of a dedicated dharma practice.

Portraits of people and organisations:
Dr A. T. Ariyaratne (1931 – 2024) and the Sarvodaya movement
Joe Mishan and XR Buddhists
Chryso Chellun and Mothers Rise Up
Katy Fox-Hodess and Workers in Palestine
Dene Donalds and Pathways Associates

Others mentioned during the talk:
Joanna Macy (2029 – 2025) and her work with Coming Back to Life, and Active Hope
Bernie Glassman and the Zen Peacemakers
Thich Nhat Hanh and Plum Village

Others mentioned in the chat:
Relational Mindfulness by Deborah Eden Tull

What’s next?
You are welcome to contact Milla if you’d like to explore the ways in which practice, creativity, activism and systemic change overlap in your life. Or for coaching support with your meditation practice. Milla’s Instagram is here.

New in-person London group starting up this month on the last Thursday of the month – sign up to learn more, and to stay in touch with Milla’s writing and other activities.

Go well!

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