We might think that knowing ourselves is an ego-centered thing, but by looking at ourselves, we begin to dissolve the walls that separate us from others.
The Ultimate Self-Help
Each Friday, we share three topical longreads in our Weekend Reader newsletter. This week, our editor-in-chief, Melvin McLeod, shares why Buddhism is the ultimate self-help
Give and You Shall Receive
Reginald A. Ray argues that far from being a “lesser” practice, giving is central to all schools of Buddhism and essential to the relinquishment of ego.
What do “2001,” “Dear White People,” and Buddhism have in common?
This month, Stanley Kubrick’s sci-fi masterpiece, “2001: A Space Odyssey,” turns 50. “Dear White People” creator Justin Simien talked to Lion’s Roar about the film’s influence.
Does my transgender identity conflict with Buddhism’s teachings on no-self?
I was born male, but I’ve come to the conclusion that I’m actually a transgender woman. As a Buddhist, I feel conflicted by the teachings on no-self.
It’s Not Us and Them
The fear so many of us are feeling these days can stress us into freezing our world and getting caught up in dualism. But, says Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, we can get past that by practicing mindfulness and gentleness.
The Problem of Personality
We believe deeply in ourselves as personalities, says Ajahn Sumedho, each committed to the reality of our own personal history and distinctive traits.
Thich Nhat Hanh: Be Beautiful, Be Yourself
Andrea Miller’s exclusive interview with Thich Nhat Hanh.
How To Live a Genuine Life
"It's possible to learn to relate to the clouds of conditioning as just clouds, and see them more and more within the context of the sky." Photo by Gregory Palmer.Author and Zen teacher Ezra Bayda say our Buddhist practice involves cultivating awareness of our addictions to comfort, self-judgement, thoughts, identities, and fears.
Neuroscience and Buddhism converging on the inconstant self
An increasing number of scientific researchers are referencing and drawing on Buddhism in their studies, especially in the field of neuroscience.