Buddhadharma editor Tynette Deveaux introduces the Fall 2019 women’s issue in our Weekend Reader newsletter.
The Heart Breaks
The Buddha saw an old man, ill man, dead man, and wise man. As her father’s health declined, Minal Hajratwala saw these same sights.
Sleepy Mind, Monkey Mind
Anita Feng shares how to stop going back and forth between drowsiness and “monkey mind.”
The Path We Walk as Women
In the commentary to the Fall 2019 special women’s issue of Buddhadharma, Jan Willis reminds us of the powerful role of women in Buddhism, historically and today.
The Fierce Love of Eve Ensler
As creator of The “Vagina Monologues,” Eve Ensler changed the way the world regards women’s bodies. Lindsay Kyte tells her story.
Buddha: Rebel With a Supremely Good Cause
To truly wake up, writes Kimberlyn David, we must expand our understanding of freedom like the Buddha did.
My Best Chance
Natalie Goldberg wanted to survive, but so did the cancer inside her. Drastic action was required.
How does a meditator deal with episodes of major depression?
The teachers are asked how a meditator deals with episodes of depression.
The Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu — The Best of Spiritual Friends
From The Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s new book, “The Book of Joy,” we get an inside look at the spiritual leaders’ dear friendship.
The Life-Changing Words of Mary Oliver
In this Lion’s Roar archive article, Rick Bass looks at Oliver’s poem “The Summer Day,” which asks, “What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”