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A Brief History of Pure Land Buddhism
Pure Land is both a distinct school of Buddhism that developed in Japan and, says Aaron Proffitt, a cornerstone of the whole Mahayana tradition.
The Karma of Taylor Swift
What’s the Buddhist perspective of a certain hit pop song? Sarwang Parikh on why karma isn’t a god or boyfriend.
A Practice for Developing Kindness Toward Yourself
Valerie Mason-John shares a meditation for cultivating a positive relationship with yourself, and, by extension, the world.
Making Friends with Emotional Eating
If you soothe yourself with food, your body and mind are trying to tell you something. Jenna Hollenstein on how to listen with compassion.
Cómo tener un sueño lúcido
Andrew Holecek nos enseña a estar despiertos cuando estamos dormidos.
Very Mindful, Very Demure: The Joy of Jools Lebron’s Playful Mindfulness
Pop culture writer Jennifer Keishin Armstrong unpacks the joyful wisdom behind Jools Lebron’s viral “very mindful, very demure” TikTok trend.
How to Break the Chains of Thought
When you study your thought process, says Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, you not only see how it rules your life. In the breaks and gaps between thoughts, you can experience awakened mind on the spot.
You Can Make a Difference
All things are impermanent, even political situations seemingly beyond repair. Guo Gu on hope.
The Wisdom of “The Bear”
Harry Um on what one blockbuster television show teaches us about dedication and perfection, grief and love.
Our Dharma Inheritance
Intergenerational trauma taught Judy Yushin Nakatomi to suppress her true self. Now, she uses intergenerational wisdom to heal.
Touch the Earth
Through the senses, we connect with our own hearts, each other, and the world, says Elaine Yuen.
Books in Brief: September 2024
Jessica Little reviews “Confidence” by Ethan Nichtern, “Real-World Enlightenment” by Susan Kaiser-Greenland, “Original Love” by Henry Shukman, and more.
Cinco Puntos Clave de la Práctica Budista
Nuno Gonçalves reflexiona sobre los aspectos importantes del budismo, los cuales son claves para su integración y adaptación en latinoamerica.
Steve Silberman, acclaimed science journalist and author, dies at 66
An award-winning journalist and advocate of autism rights, Silberman was a longtime contributor and friend to Lion’s Roar.
How to Practice “Self-Care”
Koshin Paley Ellison on why true self-care begins with understanding that there’s no separation between self and other.
Buddhist Advice for Election Anxiety
Are you experiencing strong, difficult emotions due to the upcoming election? Four Buddhists offer advice for dealing with despair, anger, grief, and anxiety.
Self-Care for Activists
As long as we don’t burn out and give up, we really can change the world. Mushim Patricia Ikeda on self-care for activists.
Ask the Teachers: Why can’t I perceive bodhisattvas or deities?
Buddhism says that there are all kinds of beings out there—buddhas, bodhisattvas, deities—but I can't perceive them. How do I work with this discrepancy?