Satish Kumar - Ecology, Non-Violence and the Path to True Happiness

Satish Kumar, a peace pilgrim, activist, educator, and former Jain monk, along with journalist and author Vicki Mackenzie, delve into the realms of ecology, non-violence, and the path to true happiness.Their conversation weaves through Satish's journey from monkhood to global activism, shedding light on how personal transformation and environmental consciousness are pivotal to societal change. Exploring the intricate ties between spirituality and activism, they reveal how living in harmony with nature and embracing non-violence can lead to a deeper sense of fulfilment. This episode is part of the Lighthouse Dialogues, a collaboration between Science and Wisdom LIVE and Jamyang London Buddhist Centre.This is an excerpt from a previous episode, listen to the full episode here.Show Notes: 0:00: Introduction0:42: Why People Die?1:52: Becoming a Monk: Seeking Answers to Mortality2:40: Understanding Death and Transformation4:36: From Monkhood to Activism4:52: The Peace Pilgrimage5:37: Encounters of Compassion and Challenge8:06: Philosophy of Non-Violence and Peace10:31: Human Evolution and Consciousness13:33: Nature and SpiritualityScience & Wisdom LIVE brings meditation practitioners in conversation with scientists to address the problems of contemporary society and come to new possible solutions.Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramFollow us on YoutubeVisit our Website