[ad_1] “We are extraordinarily adept at taking refuge, the problem is we take refuge in the wrong things.” writes noted Buddhist teacher and psychologist Rob Preece, in his breakthrough book, Preparing for Tantra. [1] Rob Preece explains what he means by “wrong...

[ad_1] International peace-builder, psychologist, and practitioner of Engaged Buddhism, Dr. Paula Green, died February 21, 2022 due to complications related to cancer. She was 84. Eric Manigian of the Buddhist Action Coalition reflects on her life and impact. Dr....

[ad_1] Over the last thirteen years of running this site, I’ve read comments and emails from thousands of people with varied wants and struggles, but it seems to me it all boils down to the following two things: We all want to feel good and avoid feeling bad, and we...

[ad_1] The evidence for whether new year resolutions are effective is mixed. Make them Smart – specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and timely – and they can be a spur to effective action. But vaguer resolutions such as “get fit”, “lose weight” or “stop wasting...

[ad_1] Dear brothers, sisters and friends,In this moment, each one of us is embracing the loss of Thầy in our own unique way.To us, his disciples, Thầy is a teacher whom we dearly love, respect and always take refuge in. Even those of us who have been by Thầy’s side...

[ad_1] The first moon of the New Year (Lunar)  is Chotrul Cuchen (Chunga Choepa)  the Day celebrating Buddha’s Miracles — often celebrated with a butter lamp festival. The festival of Buddha’s fifteen miracles actually begins on Losar (New Year), this year on  March...

[ad_1] The practice of mindful walking, says Thich Nhat Hanh, is a profound and pleasurable way to deepen our connection with our body and the earth. We breathe, take a mindful step, and come back to our true home. Read on and learn how. Walking meditation with Thich...

[ad_1] “Love is loving things that sometimes you don’t like.” ~Ajahn Brahm You’ve probably heard the saying “You can’t find love until you learn to love yourself.” What this really means is that when you love yourself, you’re also fully able to accept another’s love...

[ad_1] Thich Nhat Hanh, the Zen Buddhist monk, poet and peace activist who rose to prominence as an opponent of the Vietnam war, has died aged 95 surrounded by his followers in the temple where his spiritual journey began.In a statement on Twitter, the International...

[ad_1] White lotuses signify the ultimate dimension, while chrysanthemums were our teacher’s favourite flower.Dearly Beloved Thầy,This morning the weather is so beautiful, very cool, with the sunlight bright and the air pleasant. Purple flowers carpet the hillside...