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Does Buddhism say I should give money to panhandlers?
Does the Buddhist concept of generosity mean when I see people on the street asking for money I should always give it to them?
Meals That Heal the Heart
Her parents’ divorce meant angry mealtimes, but Elissa Altman found her way back to a nurturing table. She shares her tips on preparing and enjoying meals that heal yourself and others.
Everyday Life Is the Practice
Geshe Tenzin Wangyal tells us how to turn our daily challenges into meditation practice. Illustrations of the six Tibetan Realms of Rebirth by Steve Heynen.
When a Buddhist Teacher Crosses the Line
Mingyur Rinpoche explains Vajrayana ethics, how to find a genuine teacher, and what to do if a teacher crosses the line.
Aaron Lee, the “Angry Asian Buddhist,” has died, age 34
Aaron Lee died on Saturday, October 21, at age 34, after fighting cancer for more than a year. Aaron was known to many for his blog, Angry Asian Buddhist, where he wrote anonymously under the pen name “Arunlikhati.” On Angry Asian Buddhist, Aaron called out the under-representation of Asian Buddhists in American Buddhist media. By…
Advice for Women in a Secret Sexual Relationship with Their Buddhist Teacher
Willa Blythe Baker offers nine pieces of advice for women who find themselves in secret relationships with their teachers.
Commentary: Sexual Misconduct Is No Joke
To victims of sexual misconduct, writes Buddhadharma editor Tynette Deveaux, "we stand with you."
How to Move Forward Once You’ve Hit Bottom
Pema Chodron tells the story of when, having hit rock bottom, she asked her teacher what to do.
Lincoln in the Bardo is not your usual ghost story
Lincoln in the Bardo, by renowned American short story writer (and Buddhist) George Saunders, is surely the first major novel to use the Tibetan word bardo in the title. The Lincoln who is in the bardo—the realm between death and rebirth—is Abraham and Mary’s son Willie, who has just died in the White House at…
Preparing to Die
Death is a journey into the unknown. Like any journey, it goes better if you’re prepared. Here are teachings from Tibetan Buddhism to help.
The Scene of the Accident
In moments of shock we might find that we are suddenly free of our habitual ways of perceiving. These are moments when we might readily tap into our inherent goodness.
Can I practice meditation on the go?
Is it okay if I take opportunities to meditate during the day, such line or sitting on the as when I’m waiting in bus?
Review: “A Way Of Life”
We review "A Way Of Life: Zen Monastics At Work And Play" by Paul Davis.
Tonglen: Bad In, Good Out
A teaching on Tonglen practice by Pema Chödrön, and how it begins by taking in our own suffering before we can help others.
Thank You, Michael
Carina Stone on the tragic death of her husband, the Buddhist teacher Michael Stone, the challenges he faced, and the gifts he gave.
The Heart Is Tender
Gina Sharpe says the most important Buddhist teaching for the world today is to have a compassionate heart.
Matthieu Ricard’s Journey to Compassion
Scientist, monk, best-selling author, humanitarian—how Matthieu Ricard discovered that caring for others is the only answer.
Review: “52 Simple Meditation Practices You Can Do Anywhere”
Mindfulness On the Go Cards 52 Simple Meditation Practices You Can Do Anywhere By Jan Chozen Bays Shambhala Publications, $15.95 (boxed card set) Zen teacher Jan Chozen Bays writes that mindfulness practice doesn’t require a quiet room and a meditation cushion. In fact, it can be practiced pretty much any place at any time. These…
Review: “Unsubscribe”
We review "Unsubscribe: Opt Out of Delusion, Tune In to Truth" by Josh Korda.
Review: “Enlightened Vagabond”
We review "Enlightened Vagabond: The Life and Teachings of Patrul Rinpoche" by Matthieu Ricard.