What Every Heart Longs For – ‘All In This Together’ Series
When we speak of respect, we’re talking about something deeper than manners. True respect is the recognition of another being’s sovereignty—thei…
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She Thinks I’m Real – ‘All In This Together’ Series
When we are treated with true respect, something inside us comes alive. It’s as if, in that moment, we are finally seen. Everyone—and everything 
Heart Wisdom – Ep. 300 – This Very Place: Letting Go and Finding Freedom
In this rich and often humorous talk from the 1990s, Jack explores the art of letting go as the gateway to freedom, inviting us into the coolness of n…
The Spacious Heart: Resting in What Is
Spiritual practice not about self-improvement, but letting go into our true nature. As we learn to let go, there comes a sense of grace, compassion, e…
The Lion and the Child
In the journey of awakening, there comes a time when practice moves beyond quiet perseverance and enters a realm of bravery and dignity. Rumi spoke of…
Saving the World Because You Love It: Living the Natural Wisdom of Black Elk and Gary Snyder
In this world, and on this path, there's a deep trust that’s asked of us. Despite the enormity of the issues of the culture, they’re trivial in co…
[Video] The Treasure of Presence: Uncovering the Heart’s True Wealth
What if the greatest treasure wasn’t something to be found, but uncovered, gently, patiently, through the beauty of practice?
[Video] From Suffering to Soul Force: Transforming Pain into Compassion
In the changing tides of the world, I invite you to find refuge in wisdom of this video, reminding us of the strength of our human spirit, that no ma…
Heart Wisdom – Ep. 288 – The Trusting Heart: Letting Go of Victimhood, Awakening Resilience
Exploring how to let go of victim consciousness and awaken inner resilience, Jack shares how to rest in awareness and live from the trusting heart.
The Chrysalis and the Great Turning: Imaginal Cells and the Birth of a Renewed Humanity
In a way, what we're seeing today is really a symptom of our shared humanity. Here we are in the 21st century, living in late-stage capitalism, where …
Heart Wisdom – Ep. 282 – Awakening Soul Force: Healing the World Through Your Unique Gift
Jack reveals how awakening your Soul Force—your inner strength, wisdom, and compassion—allows you to heal the world by offering your unique gift w…
Heart Wisdom – Ep. 276 – Healing With Love: Hopeful Wisdom for Difficult Times with Trudy Goodman
Jack Kornfield and Trudy Goodman join forces in an exploration of Buddha’s eternal wisdom: ‘hatred never ceases by hatred, but by love alone is he…
