Embracing Compassion and Surrender: A Conversation with Gary Horvitz
Episode Overview
Embrace life's challenges as part of a larger play of compassion. Find harmony between spiritual practices and analytical thinking. Surrender can lead to deeper understanding and peace. Community devotion is crucial for cultural cohesion. Interconnectedness of all life is key to living meaningfully.
Every life is the play of compassion in the world.
In this episode of 'A Quest for Well-Being', Valeria Teles sits down with Gary Horvitz, a retired medical professional, climate activist, poet, and author. The conversation dives deep into the concepts of compassion, surrender, and the end of seeking. Gary shares his journey of uniting his spiritual practices with his analytical mind, aiming to find a harmonious balance. They discuss how life's challenges, from disappointments to celebrations, are all part of a larger play of compassion and love.
Gary also touches on his recent project, a series of essays on Buddhist topics that have evolved into a book addressing both spiritual and global issues. The episode encourages listeners to embrace surrender and compassion as pathways to deeper understanding and peace. Gary's reflections on the interconnectedness of all life and the importance of community devotion provide a thought-provoking perspective on living a meaningful life.
Don't miss this enlightening conversation that might just inspire you to view life's ups and downs through a lens of compassion.