Mindfulness Moments

We are facing many instances of social injustice that demand our attention and action. What if mindfulness can be used as a powerful tool to address these issues by supporting individuals and communities in developing greater awareness, empathy, and compassion towards themselves and others?

Beginning in January 2024, we will offer 30-minute weekly drop-in sessions on Mondays from 4:30 - 5PM EST featuring a brief talk, meditation, and a Q&A segment. No prior experience is required.

In the book, The Inner Work of Racial Justice: Healing Ourselves and Transforming Our Communities Through Mindfulness, Rhonda Magee illustrates how mindfulness and social justice are interwoven and ultimately how mindfulness can be a powerful tool for advancing our social justice efforts. Inspired by Magee’s writing, learn more about these 5 connections:

1. Self-awareness: By becoming more attuned to our internal experiences, we can identify and address the biases and prejudices that we may unknowingly harbor. This self-awareness is crucial for social justice, as it allows us to confront and work through personal biases, leading to more equitable and inclusive interactions with others.
2. Empathy: By learning to observe our own suffering and struggles with a non-judgmental attitude, we can extend the same understanding to others. This empathetic approach fosters a deeper connection to the experiences of communities (especially those who are marginalized).
3. Resilience and Healing: By engaging in mindfulness, we can build resilience against the emotional toll of engaging in social justice work. It can be used as a tool to help us to maintain emotional balance and avoid burnout.
4. Transformative Action: Mindfulness helps us align our personal behaviors with our social justice goals. This alignment enables individuals to take informed, intentional actions that contribute to systemic change while remaining grounded in a sense of inner peace and purpose.
5. Just Society: By fostering a mindful approach to social justice, we can build communities that are more compassionate, understanding, and responsive to the needs of all members.