Essential books, audio, websites, and videos to help develop self-compassion.
Are there differences in the roles teachers play in different Buddhist schools?
Are there differences in the roles teachers play in different Buddhist schools and how their students relate to them?
I’m experiencing pain in my knees when I meditate. What do I do?
I’m experiencing a fair bit of pain in my knees when I meditate. Do I grin and bear it, meditate on it, or just move my legs?
What is Monkey Mind?
We all recognize monkey mind—that wild mind going in more than one direction at a time, swinging from one branch of thought to the next. It wants the next banana, the next big thing, the next small thing. It wants to keep moving. Monkey mind likes texting and online gaming. It’s the mind that likes […]
Is My Original Face Gay?
Caroline Contillo explores the reality of identity.
Queer Eye, Right View
Minal Hajratwala.The queer eye sees what it’s not supposed to. Likewise, the Dhammapada tells us that the wise see with the inner eye.
Meet a Teacher: Larry Yang
Larry Yang. Photo by Stephen Pickard.Theravada Vipassana teacher Larry Yang answers our questions, from worst job to favorite TV show.
A short meditation for fostering compassion
A meditation for fostering compassion, from Thupten Jinpa.
Our readers share their favorite Buddhist books
We asked: What Buddhist book has meant the most to you? Here are a few responses submitted by readers.
Book and Movie Reviews for November, 2015
We review “Buddhism for Couples,” “Finding Yourself in the Kitchen,” “Golden Kingdom,” and more.