Conversation with Dr. Robert Thurman on Wisdom of Tibet for Challenging Times

Inner Revolution, Collective Transformation: Wisdom of Tibet for Challenging Times Dr. Robert Thurman, Professor of Indo-Tibetan Buddhist Studies at Columbia University Tuesday, March 12, 12:30-1:45 Humanities Building 587 Sponsored by Institute of Holistic Health Studies San Francisco State University In this talk, we will explore the wisdom of Tibet, inherited from the Indian traditions of Buddhism dating back over 2,500 years, and the spread of this cool revolution and its relevance to the struggles of our time as it lands on our shores in the U.S. We will discuss the inner sciences of Tibetan wisdom traditions that provide a roadmap for uprooting limiting ideas of who we think we are and inspiring active engagement for serving others and societal transformation. Dr. Thurman was named by TIME Magazine as one of the 25 most influential Americans of 1997 describing him as a larger-than-life scholar-activist destined to convey the teachings of Buddhism, from Asia to America. Dr. Thurman has written over 20 books on Tibet, Buddhism, art, and politics, including Inner Revolution: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Real Happiness. He was the first American to be ordained as a Buddhist monk by His Holiness the Dalai Lama in 1962, and, since, they have become lifelong friends. Jennifer Daubenmier, PhD. Assistant Professor of Holistic Health Studies, Department of Health Education will introduce Dr. Thurman and facilitate a conversation with him and those in attendance.