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Even Monks Meditate Together: Why We Need Community to Truly Thrive Guest: Dr. Maria Van Der Maaten

What if self-care isn’t something we’re meant to figure out entirely on our own?

In this episode of The Wisdom Transfer, we sit down with Dr. Maria Van Der Maaten, a sociologist, community development practitioner, and upcoming author of Even Monks Meditate Together, to explore the powerful connection between personal wellness and community support.

Maria challenges the idea that well-being is simply an individual responsibility, showing us why belonging, collective empowerment, and supportive relationships can play an important role in how we care for ourselves and grow. We discuss the…

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