Category: Dharma in Daily Life
For no mere mortal can resist…
Steve Silberman shares an anecdote about a Tibetan death ceremony.
Why We Need a Plan B
Norman Fischer says that when it comes to teaching the dharma in the West, it’s important to be open and flexible.
Nothing to Cling To
Narayan Liebenson Grady went to Taiwan just before Master Sheng Yen died, hoping to see him one last time. She reports on his final days.
Ask the Teachers: Is it ever appropriate for a teacher to be wrathful with a student?
The teachers are asked "Is it ever appropriate for a teacher to be wrathful with a student?"
Bakery wisdom
Between tasty tartlets and free sandwiches, Elizabeth Guia finds out what happens when the needy don't need more.
New Findings Suggest Compassion Meditation is Good for Your Health
A recent study that suggested that compassion meditation can have a positive effect on human response to stress and disease.
Nothing Special: The Dalai Lama in Berkeley — a report and photos from Steve Silberman
On Saturday, April 27, the Dalai Lama gave a talk on "Peace Through Compassion" at the Greek Theater, in Berkeley, California.
New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care offers first accredited Buddhist Chaplaincy clinical program
New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care to be the first fully-accredited professional Buddhist ACPE CPE program in the United States.
No Turning Back
Christine Skarda’s investigations into the nature of perception drew her out of the research laboratory and onto the meditation cushion.