Rev. Joan Jiko Halifax

PhD

Buddhist teacher, Zen priest, anthropologist. Founder, Abbot, and Head Teacher of Upaya Institute and Zen Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Roshi Joan Halifax is a pioneer in the end-of-life care field. She is an anthropologist, Buddhist teacher, and author of many books, including BEING WITH DYING and STANDING AT THE EDGE.

Presentation(s)

Meeting Loss, Finding Life

Our society often struggles with the truth of grief, being with grief, bearing witness to grief. This talk will explore the landscape of loss and grief in our lives and in the world, and how those who grieve can return their lives to wholeness.