Now more than ever, says Thich Nhat Hanh, we need a global ethic of compassion, understanding, and peace. Here’s how Buddhism can help.
Not for Happiness
Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse tells us that if it feels too good, it’s probably not Buddhism. If you want real, honest painful, transformation, then read on.
The Five Mindfulness Trainings
Thich Nhat Hanh’s Five Mindfulness Trainings are are based on the Buddha’s five precepts and translated for modern times. Their nature is universal.
About a Poem: Red Pine on Ch’eng Hao’s “Casual Poem on a Spring Day”
About a Poem: Red Pine analyzes Ch’eng Hao’s poem, “Casual Poem on a Spring Day”.
Love & Emptiness
A review of “The Heart Attack Sutra: A New Commentary on the Heart Sutra” and “Thunderous Silence: A Practical Guide to the Heart Sutra”.
You Don’t Need to Be Buddhist
Thich Nhat Hanh tells Andrea Miller that anyone can use the five mindfulness trainings to lead a life of understanding and compassion.
In the Country of the Present Moment
Andrea Miller visits Plum Village in France to explore how Thich Nhat Hanh’s community is practicing the five mindfulness trainings.
With Mindfulness You’re Less Likely to Kill the Person Holding Up the Line
Andrea Miller interviews Seth Greenland, author of The Angry Buddhist, about how mindfulness soothed his writing.
Unconditional Beauty
Painting, calligraphy, photography, and flower arranging – we present the dharma art teachings and artworks of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche.
Dancing in Foam & Other Adventures
They say that wherever you go, there you are. But as Anne Cushman discovers in Spain, it’s true that travel gives you a fresh take on self.