58. Abby Shepard: How to Align Your Life with Your Core Values
58. Abby Shepard: How to Align Your Life with Your Core Values  
Podcast: Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey
Published On: Thu Nov 20 2025
Description: Can ancient Buddhist wisdom guide us through modern collapse? Abby Shepard bridges 2,600-year-old teachings with contemporary challenges, explaining how meditation cultivates compassion and clarity essential for effective activism. For anyone curious about Buddhism teachings, this episode reveals how embodied practice transforms both personal suffering and systemic harm, offering grounded hope during times of extreme uncertainty.  ✨ The HeartPrint by Megan Tuohey is now available for pre-order! https://bit.ly/4prmTf5 📱Connect with Abby Shepard Website: https://bit.ly/4p0rNiY  Instagram: https://bit.ly/48bxvaP  📕Meg Tuohey is a renown expert in relationships, leadership and personal growth. Learn more about her mission and how she is changing lives here: https://bit.ly/3NtUF24 🎓Shatter emotional barriers and reclaim your power with The Wisdom Lab, designed for women seeking profound breakthroughs in personal growth and emotional healing.: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N 📰 For more information on Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey visit: https://bit.ly/3U9V5OZ 📺Watch the  "Wisdom Stripes" podcast every Thursday at 5AM EST on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BO3Mbk 📱Connect with Meg Tuohey Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Facebook: https://bit.ly/3BILKXU TikTok: https://bit.ly/4f7M8he LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbXJOb 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Yp2vjP 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4f8xTsj ⏰Timestamps 00:00 Intro of Show 02:02 Wisdom from Abby Shepard 10:07 Interconnection of Abby’s Family Legacy into Pursuing Her Mission 18:27 Buddhist Philosophy and Its Impact to Social Justice 24:31 Alignment of Buddhist Teachings to Her Activism 29:52 How to Intertwine One’s Core Values to Your Life 33:59 Importance of Finding Your Own Community 38:15 Last Piece of Wisdom from Abby 🚨DISCLAIMER: The Wisdom Stripes podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The host Meg Tuohey shares personal stories, experiences, and knowledge aimed at helping listeners gain new insights for personal growth. However, the content is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not use the information as a replacement for consultations with qualified mental health, medical, or other professionals. If you are seeking professional help, please consult with a licensed specialist.