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Penelope
I think this is actually a Kuan Yin statue, the Goddess of Compassion. The community has built a small house of worship as well. Beautiful. -
Elayne Azevedo
Is this still as we see in lovely video in 2022? -
Maribeth
It's like a water lily--from the sludge comes the beauty. Both are needed. -
Alesia
People seeking the sacred in the most unexpected surroundings...... and how one simple gesture changed the energy of a community and the community itself. This is so beautiful, and an offering of hope for the entire world!
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Ruth
Imagine the Outcomes, Whenever We Consistently Respond to Negativity With One Simple and Mindful Action Step that is Intended to Influence Positive Change... -
Margaret Chisholm
Everything! I was mesmerized by the respect, attention, caring, and community that it represented. For me, it was also a powerful sign f hope in our painfully fractured nation and suffering world. May each of us find a way inner own community to create this sort of positive energy. Thanks for sharing this lovely, hopeful, inspiring video. -
Bernie
A simple act created a ripple of gentle change. -
Kristin Pedemonti
What inspires me about this is how a seemingly simple & intentional gesture of placing a Buddha statue brought peaceful & caring energy and action. Such a powerful reminder to go ahead and try something different and see what arises. ♡ -
Ramesh Shah
Positive, Inspirational Idea to transform neighborhood from dumping garbage to
Praying. -
Phonecia
I love everything about this idea and the video. I especially love his focus on "changing the energy". -
haia
Dan wow! you are now a legend in my eyes!A true leader embodied of compassion and curiosity
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Rosemarie gates
Dan's freedom to act on his idea and hisopenness tp see what would happen. The power of community. How an invitsyoon to reflevt and pray was accepted by so many. -
Yve
Heartening to watch people connect in peace -
Diane Hong
Beautiful. What a simple thoughtful idea and it not only stopped dumping but created a spiritual space for all to enjoy. -
Marg
I love the fact that the space is respected and not vandalized. -
Susan
Changing the energy -- with a simple visible icon of peace -a buddha statue. Where in your neighborhood could you bring peace with a simple visible symbol of peace?
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- Learn about the rich and vibrant Vietnamese community of East Bay.
- Listen to this podcast about the creation and impacts of the Buddha of Oakland.
- Is there a situation in your own life that has brought you to the point of desperation? How might you change the energy with a simple action coming from love?
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