Category: The Magazine
10 Ways to Find True Happiness
Introduced by Kaira Jewel Lingo, ten Black dharma teachers dive deep into the paramis, the ten qualities of enlightened beings.
Open Heart, Wise Heart: The Life & Teachings of Ruth King
Mindfulness allowed renowned Buddhist teacher Ruth King to heal from trauma. Now she helps others find their own healing. A profile by Toni Pressley-Sanon.
Step Into Awareness with Walking Meditation
Walking meditation is not just an opportunity to stretch our legs, says Koun Franz. It’s a practice in living all of life as meditation.
Lion’s Roar March 2024 Book Reviews
You don’t have to be perfect to create positive change. Jessica Little reviews eight inspiring new books.
How to Talk to Kids About Death
When a loved one dies, grown-ups don’t always know what to say to kids. Gail Silver has helpful tips based on Buddhist teachings.
How to Apologize When You Say the Wrong Thing
René Rivera on how to have empathy for the person you’ve hurt—and yourself.
James Lynch: Descendant of the Strongest of the Strong
James Lynch on why he practices not just for himself, but also for his ancestors and all beings.
The Taste of Longing
Do you painfully flip-flop between indulging and resisting your cravings? Lisa Ernst on how to find freedom.
New Frontiers in Contemplative Science
A new generation of scientists is studying the effects of spiritual practice on body and mind. Barry Boyce reports on what they’re learning.
The Four Givings
Buddhism’s four immeasurables aren’t just states of mind we can achieve, says Venerable Hui Cheng. They’re gifts we can give to others.
Mind or Brain?
Andy Karr on the nature of consciousness—and what it means for scientists and spiritual seekers.
Silent Illumination: The Method of No-Method
The practice is to be fully here, with this body and mind, in this space. Rebecca Li on silent illumination.
Chenrezig: The Embodiment of Compassion
When you view yourself as the bodhisattva Chenrezig, you experience your true nature. Lama Döndrup Drölma offers step-by-step instructions for Chenrezig practice.
The Wisdom of Desire
Desire in the form of attachment is a cause of suffering, says Judy Lief. But if we can take the ego out of desire, we uncover its joyful, sacred wisdom.
Six Buddhist Sutras You Should Know
Sutras are ancient texts that are still deeply meaningful today. Six dharma teachers each unpack a beloved sutra.
What Do You Really Want?
Take time to discover your deepest desires, says Brother Phap Linh. By shining the light of mindfulness on your volition, you’ll find more freedom.
Lion’s Roar January 2024 Book Reviews
How do we embrace life with equanimity and skillful means? Jessica Little recommends new books that are helping to show the way.
