This week, Olivia introduces Wise Effort as a shift away from striving and productivity toward a more balanced, caring way of relating to experience. She explores how effort can be guided by awareness—gently shaping what we cultivate through the Four Great Efforts rather than forcing outcomes. Ultimately, she invites a more sustainable practice rooted in returning to the present with steadiness, rather than pressure or self-judgment.

Prompt: What is something in your life that requires a lot of effort? Does it bring you closer or further away from peace?

Talk segment that complements the sit portion on The Art of Wise Effort

Group Date: 3/31/2026