Susan J. Stabile on how to live with — or even support — your partner’s differing religious beliefs.
When, if ever, is it okay for a Buddhist to euthanize a pet?
James Ishmael Ford on the toughest call a pet lover will have to make.
Worried About Worrying
Susan Piver gives advice on working with a mind that can’t stop working over every detail.
I’m Not O.K., You’re Not O.K.—and That’s O.K.
“We are all subject to the pain of loss, grief, sadness and even plain disappointment. But by talking to one another about it, we console. It is enough.”
No One Like Me
Lama Rod Owens on taking care of your own needs when you don’t see yourself represented in those around you.
How to Read the News
How can we follow the news in ways that nurture – and don’t diminish – wellbeing? Media scholar Holly Stocking offers some guidance.
My Child Fears the Future
“How can I give my children hope for the future when it looks bleak?” Sylvia Boorstein on how to give our children hope in a worrying time.
Compassion Has No Enemy
In the wake of the Sandy Hook shooting in 2012, Buddhist teacher Guo Gu explored human violence through the lens of the three poisons.
My Livelihood Doesn’t Seem Right
“Intellectually I know that my company does harm to the planet. Can I respect the Buddhist principle of right livelihood and keep my job?”
Is it worth sticking with a testy relationship?
Karen Maezen Miller offers her advice on taking a break from a difficult relationship, or sticking with it.