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Laurie Anderson's Buddhism: Art, Meditation, and Death as Adventure [rebroadcast]
Laurie Anderson's Buddhism: Art, Meditation, and Death as Adventure [rebroadcast]
Laurie Anderson's Buddhism: Art, Meditation, and Death as Adventure [rebroadcast]
Tuesday 26th December 2023
Join Laurie Anderson as she explores Buddhism's impact on art, meditation, and finding meaning in life with Scott Snibbe.
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Episode Overview
- Laurie's quest for attention and focus led her to Insight Meditation Society in 1977
- Transformative power of pain and physical sensations in the practice
- Teachings of impermanence and joy as a profound understanding
- Laurie's casual approach to Buddhism, emphasizing freedom and joy
- Insights on work and reassessing its meaning during challenging times
Life is joy. Everything is joy. The teaching of impermanence, the concept of absolute constant change, was the basic tenet that led to my understanding of joy and freedom. It's a way to absorb transitions, birth, and death, and feel mind-blown by them.
What happens when a Grammy Award-winning artist dives into the world of Buddhism? Laurie Anderson, renowned for her groundbreaking work in spoken word, music, and digital art, shares her personal journey with Buddhism in this captivating episode. Laurie’s exploration began in 1977 at the Insight Meditation Society, where she sought focus and attention. Since then, her path has been a blend of creativity and mindfulness, shaping her art and life philosophy.
In her conversation with Scott Snibbe, Laurie opens up about using a beginner’s mind in her artistic endeavors and the importance of staying present with suffering without being consumed by it. She delves into how pain can be transformative, finding wisdom in physical sensations, and the liberating concept of impermanence. Laurie’s reflections on storytelling and analytical meditation reveal how these practices have profoundly influenced her creative process and perspective on life and death.
Listeners will appreciate Laurie’s casual yet profound approach to Buddhism, emphasizing joy, freedom, and a mindful mindset. She discusses the significance of reassessing the meaning of work during challenging times, offering a refreshing take on leading a meaningful life. The episode wraps up with Laurie expressing gratitude for her teachers and sharing a simple mantra for mindfulness.
This conversation is a rich exploration of how Buddhist principles can be woven into art and daily living, providing deep insights into self-discovery and the human experience.