14 | Amy Kisei - A Zen Approach to Life and Creativity

Explore the profound connections between Zen, creativity, and compassion in this conversation with Amy Kisei, a Zen Buddhist priest, artist, and spiritual counselor. We discuss how Zen’s direct experience approach and the practice of paying close attention can transform your creative process and deepen your understanding of yourself and Reality. And Amy's insights on the role of attention as an act of love, and the myriad ways compassion manifests in creative expression, are an inspiring invitation. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to spiritual exploration, you will learn practical ways to integrate mindfulness, artistic expression, and compassion into your daily life. Check out Amy's Podcast, "Earth Dreams: Zen Buddhism and the Soul of the World" here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ECHLLy... Amy's website: https://www.amykisei.org