Koshin Paley Ellison

Koshin Paley Ellison

Koshin Paley Ellison is an author, Zen teacher, Jungian psychotherapist, leader in contemplative care, and co-founder of an educational non-profit called the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care. His latest book is Untangled: Walking the Eightfold Path to Clarity, Courage, and Compassion

Recent Articles

How to Practice “Self-Care” 

Koshin Paley Ellison on why true self-care begins with understanding that there’s no separation between self and other.

Meeting Heart-to-Heart

When it comes to difficult people, says Koshin Paley Ellison, the key is two people willing to let go of being right.

The Heart of Good Spiritual Friends

When we are with others in times of suffering, says contemplative care expert Koshin Paley Ellison, we can take the four noble truths as our guide.

Swimming Upstream

Chinese legend has it that if a carp swims up a waterfall, it transforms into a dragon. Be like that carp, says Koshin Paley Ellison. Throw your whole self into waking up.