# Joan Halifax

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#5 Mythbusting Mythology- Why Mythology Needs a Rebrand

In this episode I get into what mythology really is, I’ll tell you the story of the oldest known myth, how mythology has evolved over time, and why it’s absence may be making our life harder today. Learn how mythology has shaped societies, supported survival, and continues to hold relevance today. …

Awareness In Action: Earth with Terry Tempest Williams & Joan Halifax (Part 9 – August)

In this session of Awareness in Action, Roshi Joan Halifax and Terry Tempest Williams guide participants to witness the world with care, presence, and courage. Roshi Joan opens with the Zen koan—“A monk asked Joshu, when great difficulties come upon us, can they be avoided?” Joshu replies, “Welcome…

The Deep Dive: The Secret Brain Chemistry That Makes Compassion Your Superpower

Sacred Habits - Episode 4: The Deep Dive The Secret Brain Chemistry That Makes Compassion Your Superpower In this episode of The Deep Dive, two hosts explore the science-backed psychology of compassion and how it serves as a pathway to achieving your deepest desires. They examine how compassion is…

Episode 13: Cal Cates

Greetings and welcome to the Hands Of History Podcast, a production of the Society Of Massage Archives, where we delve into the rich tapestry of massage therapy's past, explore it's evolution, and share the stories that have shaped this vital practice. Join your host, Kirby Clark Ellis, for a conv…

Awareness In Action: Going Forth with Joan Halifax, Noah Kodo Roen, & Wendy Lau (Part 16 – December)

In this penultimate session of Awareness in Action (2025), Roshi Joan Halifax gathers with Sharon Salzberg and Frank Ostaseski to explore love as the foundation for engaged Buddhism, acknowledging the collective “upwelling of perturbation” many feel about the body politic. Roshi describes how spiri…

Conversation about Michael Pollan's New Book: A World Appears

Fire Philosophy On Michael Pollan’s A World Appears: A Journey into Consciousness A conversation between Krzysztof Piekarski and Dale Wright Krzysztof: Greetings, Fire Philosophers. I’m here with Dale Wright, and we’ve both just finished reading A World Appears: A Journey into Consciousness by M…

On Death and Dying with Laurie Furr-Vancini '87, Becca Omlor MD '13, and Anne Smith '89

In a world where conversations about death are often avoided, understanding how to navigate this challenging transition can be daunting. This discomfort often stems from societal norms that discourage open discussions about mortality. On this episode, we dive into the insights of people who underst…

Did We Forget The Myths? Part I: The Hero’s Journey

Description: This week, we review the first part of Joseph Campbell’s epic ‘The Hero With A Thousand Faces' with a focus on the Hero’s Journey, the archetype that Campbell created which seeks to attach a single meaning to all myth, religion, and spiritual traditions through the ages. This archetype…

Don't Let This Crisis Go To Waste | Roshi Joan Halifax

Roshi Joan Halifax is definitely not arguing the pandemic is a good thing, but she also believes we shouldn't let this crisis go to waste. It's a wake-up call, she says - a chance for us to really take a beat and ask ourselves what actually matters, both individually and as a culture. Roshi Joan Ha…

Race is Not Tangential to Meditation | Rhonda V. Magee

Rhonda V. Magee is a Professor of Law at the University of San Francisco and an internationally-recognized thought and practice leader focused on integrating mindfulness into higher education, law and social change work. Born in North Carolina in 1967, Rhonda experienced a childhood of significant …