You have enlightened nature, says Pema Khandro Rinpoche. If you truly know that, you’ll always be kind to yourself.

What Can I Do About Burnout?
Burnout is the feeling of exhaustion that helpers sometimes experience when they have taken on more than they can handle. But there is much we can do to prevent it, and to work with it when it occurs.

Pointing Beyond Words
By Gary Gach
Newly translated works by the renowned Korean poet Ko Un offer powerful glimpses into the human condition and the paradoxes of the Buddhist path.

Anti-Asian Violence Is an Attack on Us All
Separation is the true root of the alarming rise in anti-Asian violence today, writes Korean American Zen priest Cristina Moon.

Sleeping, Dreaming, and Waking Up
The name “Buddha,” means “one who is awake.” Sam Littlefair shares three Buddhist teachings on sleeping, dreaming and – finally – awakening.

“In This Moment” — Buddhist inspiration and aspiration meet in new Born I Music song/video
Born’s new song is a shot of grounding inspiration right when we all could use it.

Buddhism and “The Matrix”
Sam Littlefair reflects on the Buddhist themes in The Matrix.

Reflections on Myanmar
After the coup d’état in Myanmar, Randy Rosenthal shares why Western Buddhists should feel connected to the birthplace of Vipassana.

An Extra Layer of Intention: Artist Lasha Mutual
By Ross Nervig
Mutual discusses the dharma and dedication that go into her vivid visual meditations of Buddhist deities.

The Problem With Problems
By Judy Lief
The more we increase our ability to deal with our own difficulties, the more aware we are that we can’t solve the troubles of loved ones.

Wise Guy
Best known for his role in The Sopranos, Michael Imperioli is a dedicated Buddhist. From gangsters to gurus, film to family—this is his spiritual journey.