kenneth boulding

A collection of stories, reflections, and wisdom offering insight into the challenge of facing down toxic polarization layered with violence and the surprising ways everyday people found to shift harmful patterns of violence that had lasted decades. 

A travelogue reflecting on what it means to be fully engaged in the world.

John Paul's contributions to the Upaya Zen Center's Zen Brain conference in 2017, which explored the theme, "Mind, Brain, Social Perspectives of Views, Values, Ethics."

An article exploring challenges of inclusivity in peace processes and proposing a shift in metaphor to enhance inclusivity.

A thought piece that explores positive approaches to peacebuilding as a composite moment in which the creative process lifts sight to a new, more holistic view.

A dharma talk shared at the Upaya Zen Center discussing creating friendships across ideological divides and differences.

A keynote delivered at the for the 40th anniversary of Peace Studies at the University of Bradford, honoring scholar and practitioner Adam Curle.

A conversation with Krista Tippett and America Ferrera at the inaugural On Being Gathering, exploring the ingredients of social courage and how change really happens in generational time.

An interview with Toni Shapiro-Phim on the occasion of John Paul's receipt of the Joseph B. and Toby Gittler Prize at Brandeis University.