Video Presentations

TEDx Talk: Contemplative Pedagogy and the Journey of Becoming:

This short talk shares insights on the processes of becoming our authentic selves while highlighting the ways in which contemplative approaches to teaching and learning can facilitate transformative educational experiences for students.

Garrison Institute: Fostering Inclusion with Contemplative Teaching Methods:

This webinar provides tangible examples of how contemplative pedagogy can help students lean into the personal work of reflection that diversity and inclusion require of us.

Centered in Blackness: Designing Contemplative Spaces for Black People:

This conversation with my colleague Dr. Michelle Chatman, Professor and founder of the Black Mindfulness Summit explores the need for contemplative spaces that are reflective and responsive to the culture and needs of Black people and other BIPOC individuals.

Strengthening Community: Four Black Men in Conversation During the Dual Pandemics of Racism and COVID-19:

This webinar hosted by the Center for Contemplative Mind brings together four Black male contemplative scholars during the pandemic and the aftermath of the death of George Floyd.  Together we explore the ways in which contemplative practices can be a useful strategy for remaining grounded and purposeful in times of crisis.