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Be Grateful for the Weeds

by Elissa Altman| July 9, 2020

Be Grateful for the Weeds

Shunyru Suzuki Roshi said “Be grateful for the weeds you have in your mind, because eventually they will enrich your practice.” Elissa Altman describes how the same goes for your salad.

The Lesson of Broken Eggs

by Elissa Altman| May 29, 2020

The Lesson of Broken Eggs

There are no ordinary eggs, says Elissa Altman, and when treated with respect and care, they just might be the world’s most mundane, perfect food.

Transcending Time with Umeboshi

by Elissa Altman| May 15, 2020

Transcending Time with Umeboshi

Elissa Altman shares the story of “Grandma’s Ghost,” a 30-year-old Japanese umeboshi plum, and the healing it brought in this difficult time.

Bread of Life

by Elissa Altman| May 8, 2020

Bread of Life

Making bread requires the acceptance of both the imperfect and the impermanent, says Elissa Altman. She shares her thoughts on the meditative process of bread making and a recipe for a bloomer loaf.

Meals That Heal the Heart

by Elissa Altman| October 27, 2017

Meals That Heal the Heart

Her parents’ divorce meant angry mealtimes, but Elissa Altman found her way back to a nurturing table. She shares her tips on preparing and enjoying meals that heal yourself and others.

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