Juan Santoyo - Practice and Peace
In this episode, Wendy speaks with contemplative researcher and social activist Juan Santoyo. Juan's work sits at the intersection of basic neuroscience and community-based programs; his central interest is in understanding the factors that are needed for peace and healing\u2014both in the brain, and in the world. This conversation covers many topics, including:\nhis path into contemplative research;\nneurophenomenology;\nlife in Colombia and reflections on the peace process;\nworking with ex-combatants through community engaged research;\nIndigenous practices to connect with land and ancestors;\nworking with difficult emotions;\nself-forgiveness;\nthe lack of land and ancestor practices in the West;\nhow oppressive systems impact the sense of self;\nwhy contemplation matters for justice and equity work;\nintegrating basic neuroscience with healing in the world;\nand investigating what is needed for peace.\nFull show notes and resources