Ep 6 Full Episode | Black History Bootcamp: Introducing Dr. John Francis - Find Stillness | S7E6

Principle 6: Find Stillness

Pleasure Muse: Dr. John Francis

Tantalizing Trivia:
*He gave up using motorized transportation and took a vow of silence that was intended to last one day. It lasted for 17 years.

*He completed three college degrees, including a Ph.D., while silent.

*He walked across the United States and is referred to as the “Planet Walker.”

*He was a pioneer of Black conservatism and environmentalism.

Mirror Work: While out on a walk find a patch of natural earth and take your shoes off. Look at your feet planted firmly on the ground. Imagine the healing powers of the universe shooting up through the arches of your feet. Feel stronger with each breath you take.

Watch: Dr. John Francis in his own words, explain his journey in his TED talk at https://tinyurl.com/TED-JohnFrancis-WalkTheEarth.

Find Stillness: A Playlist - https://tinyurl.com/BHBC-FindStillness-DrFrancis

“You have to let go of the wanting to understand, you have to let go of wanting to possess the understanding and just be in that place.” - Dr. John Francis


Didn’t catch the live recording of today’s episode? We don’t want you to miss out on getting the full experience. Check out the opening and closing songs below:
Opening: Walking Shoes by Mali Music - https://tinyurl.com/BHBC-JF-MaliMusic-WalkingShoes
Closing: Peace Be Still by James Cleveland - https://tinyurl.com/BHBC-JF-JamesCleveland-Peace

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