E12 - Serving a Common Purpose - Interview with Mark Eckhardt

We are thrilled to share with you an illuminating conversation with a true beacon of change in this week's episode of the Game of Zen. We dive deep into the heart of what it means to live a life directed by core spiritual values, the power of our shared narratives, and evolving our perspectives on education, capitalism, and technology.

00:00 Intro to Mark, CEO of Common Organization and 1 milliontruths

04:17 Exploring deep-rooted racial and ethnic experiences.

08:31 Early commitment to spiritual path is uncommon.

10:18 Connecting Zen practice with performance in leadership.

16:14 Embrace holistic approach, flexibility, and integrity.

18:37 Vows guide business, prevent destructive choices.

23:34 Investigate identities, end needless suffering, top ventures.

25:06 Training helped navigate struggles, shared personal experiences.

30:35 Hopeful outlook amidst challenges, understanding conflict dynamics.

34:31 Ludwith promotes successes, not punitive measures.

37:51 Ignorance causes suffering, understanding can resolve conflicts.

41:28 Flexible approach meeting people at their level.

43:17 Venture and relationships fuel global inspiration and impact.

46:29 We all need each other to live happily.

Links for Mark Eckhadrt -

https://www.onemilliontruths.com/

https://common.is/

Game of Zen links

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Paul Agostinelli

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