Meditative Story Krista Tippett: What we discover when we’re not looking
Sep 10, 2019
Krista Tippett, host of On Being podcast, reflects on bravery and the power of connections. She shares her experiences in Cold War Berlin and the importance of self-reflection. Tippett discusses the value of silence, restoration, and making life-giving questions. The podcast also explores meditation and being present in the moment.
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Berlin Years Of Power And Emptiness
- Krista Tippett spent her 20s in Cold War Berlin, working close to nuclear arms experts and feeling both exhilarated and empty.
- She realized the political world lacked contemplative depth and felt exhausted by ambition-driven work.
A Chance Stay In Robert's Garden
- In 1988 Krista travels to a remote artist village on Mallorca to write a novel but instead connects with Robert, a retired English accountant.
- Robert's simple house and wild garden become the unexpected setting where she begins to rest and reflect.
Hospitality As A Catalyst For Change
- Small, ordinary human hospitality catalyzed Krista's recovery from exhaustion and creative block.
- Simple practices like gardening, cooking, and listening reshaped her relation to work and self.