Right speech, right action, right livelihood, compassion—tending to society is part of the Buddha’s path of awakening. A commentary by Jack Kornfield.
Toward a Worldwide Culture of Love
The practice of love, says bell hooks, is the most powerful antidote to the politics of domination.
Listening Deeply for Peace
Peace will only become a reality when world leaders come to negotiations with the ability to hear the suffering at the root of all conflicts.
I Vow Not to Burn Out
Mushim Patricia Ikeda says it’s not enough to help others. You have to take care of yourself too.
Buddhist leaders pen open letter encouraging Americans to vote
Over 100 Buddhists teachers and leaders have signed an open letter to the Buddhist community across the United States encouraging them to join in a nationwide effort to register to vote.
5 Buddhist Practices to Help Tackle Climate Change
Lama Willa Miller offers five meditations to help accept the truth of climate change, laying the ground for a skillful response.
How Not to Freak Out
If you find all the bad news overwhelming, Buddhist teacher Judy Lief has some meditations to help you relieve your anxiety.
Yes, We Can Have Hope
Roshi Joan Halifax reflects on the idea of “wise hope” and why we should open ourselves to it.
Why Bodhisattvas Need to Disrupt the Status Quo
According to Zen priest and climate scientist Kritee, part of our work in addressing climate change is to understand systems — how they work, how we’re complicit in them, and how we can change them to work for the good.
How to Be a Good Citizen in Troubled Times
A good society is built one citizen at a time. Here are some Buddhist-inspired ways to be a good citizen in these troubled political times.