Category: Dharma in Daily Life
Sudden Awakening
Sudden awakening can come gradually, almost imperceptibly, or in a sudden, life-altering flash. When will it happen to you and what—donkey, broom, or morning star—will trigger it?
The Hidden Treasure of the Heart
The key to the treasure of unconditional compassion, says Aura Glaser, is the three-step practice of equanimity.
Are You Ready for Death?
What we see as the worst crisis of our lives is actually a wonderful opportunity to discover enlightened mind, says The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche.
Training the Mind to Transform Adversity into Awakening
Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche explains how obstacles can be brought to the spiritual path and become opportunities for awakening.
Feeding the Spiritually Hungry
For all their material success, says Pico Iyer, many Japanese feel alienated and spiritually starved. They responded hungrily to the Dalai Lama’s teachings on his recent tour of Japan.
Reflecting on a Mother’s Love
Before he encountered the dharma, explains Ajahn Amaro, his mother was his main example of great kindness and generosity.
Opinion: Kobai Scott Whitney
The Upper Middle Way: Have North American Buddhists renounced renunciation?
Ask the Teachers: “How do I help my friend without seeming preachy?”
I would like to help my friend out and to help them find their way to the path. How can I do that without seeming to preach Buddhism?
Embracing Conflict in Sangha
More and more American sanghas are turning to new and creative approaches to address interpersonal conflicts in their communities.
The Kind of Guru I Had
The late Dzogchen master Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche recalls the profound influence of his teacher, Samten Gyatso, and the early teachings he received from him.