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Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche returns from four years of retreat
Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche has resurfaced from a four year ascetic retreat in the Himalayas.
Thinley Norbu Rinpoche’s successor is confirmed
A young boy in Bhutan has been recognized as the reincarnation of Thinley Norbu Rinpoche, an important Nyingma teacher and eldest son of Dudjom Rinpoche.
Read the best from Samuel Johnson Prize winner Steve Silberman
We're thrilled to share that Shambhala Sun friend and contributor Steve Silberman has made his debut on The New York Times Best Sellers list this week.
What does The Walking Dead’s Morgan know about “The Art of Peace”?
If you watch AMC's TV juggernaut The Walking Dead, you probably noticed that a book called The Art of Peace featured heavily on last night's episode.
15 Buddhist leaders pen climate change statement to world leaders
Buddhist leaders, including the Dalai Lama and Thich Nhat Hanh, have issued a statement on climate change.
Richard Gere: “Homeless” story a hoax, but let’s engage on this issue
The viral post was a hoax, but, says Richard Gere, the issue is very real.
Mark Zuckerberg says “Buddhism is an amazing religion”
Early this morning, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg posted a photo of himself praying at Wild Goose Pagoda in Xi’an, China. Zuckerberg is visiting Asia to promote Facebook — though the network is blocked in China. Zuckerberg’s wife, Priscilla Chan, is Buddhist. In his post, Zuckerberg wrote that he offered a prayer for his wife at the…
Apple adds two Buddhist emojis
Apple's iOS9.1 came out last week, and with it came 184 new emojis — including two Buddhist icons.
Thich Nhat Hanh to receive Catholic “Peace on Earth” award
Thich Nhat Hanh will receive the 2015 Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom award on October 31, the 50th anniversary of the same honor being granted to Dr. King.
Rainbow Dharma: Teachings and articles for, about, and by LGBTIQ Buddhists
Everyone struggles with questions about identity. For LGBTIQ people, those questions can be more pressing. We look at how Buddhist wisdom can help.
Can I Be Happy If My Child Is Not?
Sylvia Boorstein answers a reader’s question about how to be happy when her children are not.
How to Love Donald Trump — Even If You Don’t Like Him
Zen chaplain Phyllis Coletta ran her husband's Congressional Tea Party campaign. In doing so, she was reminded of the power of loving unconditionally.
Dalai Lama calls for action on climate change
On October 20th the Dalai Lama issued a special video message calling for action on climate change at COP21, highlighting the situation in Tibet.
Kristin Neff’s Three Steps for Self-Compassion, Illustrated
Graphic recorder Johnine Byrne created this wonderful graphic recording of Kristin Neff's three steps for self-compassion.
Be a part of 24 hours of meditation for the earth on November 1
In advance of the UN climate change meeting, spiritual activists are organizing "24 Hours of Meditation for the Earth."
Bringing mindfulness to loneliness
Toni Bernhard has an mindfulness exercise for bringing compassion to feelings of loneliness.
You Already Understand!
There’s no better example of Zen’s direct, penetrating spirit than these exchanges between the late Zen master Seung Sahn and his students.
Where Are You Now?
When Ben Gallagher's partner, Zoe Nudell, was hit and killed by a drunk driver, he was left asking himself the agonizing question, "Where are you?"
How Great Vow Monastery makes mindful marimba music
Andrea Miller talks to Great Vow Monastery co-abbot Jan Chozen Bays about how her monastery attracts young people and makes mindful marimba music.
Three Buddhist teachers explain the essence of “Prayer for Everyone”
This week, one.org is promoting #PrayerForEveryone, a global interfaith campaign to draw awareness to the Global Goals For Sustainable Development.