Wed, Oct 21
|Zoom
Hersch Wilson, Firefighter Zen, A Field guide for Thriving in Tough Times
In conversation with Jim Leonard. Hard-Won lessons on coping with life’s inevitable difficulties with composure, courage, and compassion, from a longtime volunteer firefighter
Date, Time & Location
Oct 21, 2020, 6:00 PM MDT
Zoom
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“Be brave. Be kind. Fight fires.” That’s the motto of firefighters, like Hersch Wilson, who spend their lives walking toward, rather than away from, danger and suffering. In this unique collection of true stories and practical wisdom, Wilson shares the Zen-like techniques that allow people like him to stay grounded while navigating danger, comforting others, and coping with their personal response to each crisis. As in Zen practice, firefighters are trained to be fully in the moment and present to the heartbeat, the life at hand. Each of five sections applies the firefighter’s experience to everyone’s lives.
Readers learn to maintain perspective and equilibrium even in the midst of urgency and to prepare for adversity as well as aftermath and recovery. Finally, six key strategies for thriving in the face of difficulty include practical exercises and real-world advice. Every life contains the…