On Saturday, December 11, the Urban Zen Foundation welcomed guests into the loft space of the Stephan Weiss Studio to engage in Wisdom 2.0, a day-long workshop and evening discussion that delved into the issues of our “disconnectedly connected” culture. The event was a collaboration with Soren Gordhamer, founder of the Wisdom 2.0 Conference, and author of Wisdom 2.0: Ancient Secrets for the Creative and Constantly Connected.
After settling into the cozy sofas and warming by the fire, workshop participants began to examine the intersection of technology and humanity with the intention of finding the place of balance that can co-exist in the midst. Guests were encouraged to explore questions like, “what place in my daily life am I most challenged to be present?” and, “in what way do I feel most alive?”
The provocative conversations were propelled forward by the many expert panelists who joined together to energize the discussion with their varying backgrounds, experiences and journeys. The vibrant stories included Alana Kornfeld’s interview with ABC’s Dan Harris on transitioning from Jewish atheist to Buddhist enthusiast and TED’s Dan Mitchell’s insights of Karen Armstrong.
The evening closed with an inspiring question and answer period that encouraged attendees to examine what it means to live authentically and to remember that we can use the technology in our lives to become more mindful. Overall, the Wisdom 2.0 experience at Urban Zen was an inclusive, informative and refreshing approach to modern spirituality.
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