Category: Buddhist Wisdom
Not for Happiness
Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse tells us that if it feels too good, it’s probably not Buddhism. If you want real, honest painful, transformation, then read on.
Theravada Practice Off the Cushion
A roundtable discussion with Gil Fronsdal, Michael Liebenson Grady and Marcia Rose. Introduction by Thanissaro Bhikkhu
Understanding Karma
Reginald A. Ray examines the doctrine of karma, one of the most important yet most misunderstood of all Buddhist teachings.
Review: “Love and Rage”
We review "Love and Rage: The Path of Liberation through Anger" by Lama Rod Owens.
Review: “You Belong: A Call for Connection”
We review "You Belong: A Call for Connection" by Sebene Selassie.
Review: “Without Ever Reaching the Summit”
We review "Without Ever Reaching the Summit: A Journey" by Paolo Cognetti.
Review: “Dreams of Light”
We review "Dreams of Light: The Profound Daytime Practice of Lucid Dreaming" by Andrew Holecek.
Review: “An Artful Path to Mindfulness”
We review "An Artful Path to Mindfulness: MBSR-Based Activities for Using Creativity to Reduce Stress and Embrace the Present Moment" by Janet Slom.
Review: “The Barefoot King”
We review "The Barefoot King: A Story about Feeling Frustrated" by Andrew Jordan Nance; Illustrated by Olivia Holden.
Without Center or Limit
The great Dzogchen teacher Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche on the primordial union of emptiness and awareness, the space-like nature of mind.
A Hungry Ghost’s Sugar Fix
Gesshin Greenwood on what happens when chocolate, peanut butter, and Buddhism collide.
Existence and Nonexistence: Teachings on Dzogchen
Teachings on Dzogchen by Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche
Nonexistent But Precious
Sylvia Boorstein looks at the paradoxes and subtleties in the central Buddhist concept of no-self.
Thich Nhat Hanh: At Home in Vietnam
After his stroke, Thich Nhat Hanh began enjoying a quiet, contemplative life in the temple where he lived as a young novice. Sister Annabel Laity shares the moving experience of visiting her teacher there.
In Defense of Ritual
Richard Payne takes a serious look at the role of ritual in Buddhist practice and the reasons why Westerners might feel resistant to it.
Take Charge of Your Practice
Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche's advice for time management: organize your schedule, let go of distractions, and make a clear aspiration to practice.
The Problem with Calling Buddhism a Science
Michael Sheehy reviews "Why I Am Not a Buddhist," by Evan Thompson.
White People, It’s Time to Look in the Mirror
Ayesha Ali asks white people to examine their life and privilege—without shame but with deep curiosity about why you don’t really know or understand her.
Why Should I Care about the Abhidharma?
At first glance, the Abhidharma, with all its lists and analysis, may not seem so inviting. But give it another look, says Steven D. Goodman — it explains the entire world.