Juan Santoyo - Practice and Peace
b"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"