“Just in being ourselves, in resting in our true nature, the world becomes changed.” – Jack Kornfield
Dear friends,
In this heartfelt reflection – Living From the Fullness of Our Being – I invite you to remember who you truly are—not as some distant ideal, but any moment when you tune into the simple, authentic, caring presence already here within you.
Through stories, teachings, and poetry, we explore what it means to shift from fear and striving into fearless compassion and the wisdom of the heart. You’ll hear the tale of the mouse who became an elephant, only to realize that transformation does not come from changing form—but from seeing with new eyes of love.
As we rest in the truth of our being, we touch a deep nobility, a dignity that belongs to every life. From this place, we discover a quiet power to meet the world with love. As I share in the talk: “Just being ourselves—resting in our true nature—that is what changes the world.”
This teaching includes:
- The parable of the mouse, the elephant, and the magician
- Reflections on fearlessness and nobility
- A Rumi poem on embodied spirit
- Learning to live in simplicity, patience, and compassion
- Spiritual presence as the greatest form of activism
“Be a lamp unto yourself,” the Buddha said.
Let this video be a reminder that your very being can be a source of light.
With metta,
Jack
