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Ocean, Meet Boy
As we moved from Japan to Nova Scotia, we found ourselves in Hawaii, a place that is a world entirely without category for our kids.
Your Dissatisfaction is Good News
Carolyn Rose Gimian explains why the experience of dissatisfaction — which the Rolling Stones so aptly described — might be just what we need.
How to Mind Your Feelings
While we can’t control when we feel anger or fear—or how strongly—we can gain some control over what we do while in their grip.
Buddhist Churches of America to host discussion on Shin & LGBTQ
On Saturday, June 27, Buddhist Churches of America is presenting a half-day seminar on LGBTQ in Shin Buddhism.
Another Black Mark
“No, Mama, no! I going draw on the couch!” When "Burmese Lessons" author Karen Connelly loses her cool in a battle of wills with her three-year-old, she learns valuable lessons about mindful parenting.
George Takei on ‘Being Gay, Being Buddhist’
The actor, author, and undisputed King of Social Media George Takei reflects on his fascinating personal history
Wise Heart: A profile of Jack Kornfield
Jack Kornfield's brilliant synthesis of deep Buddhist practice and modern psychological insight has made him one of the most influential spiritual teachers of our time.
Afghanistan’s giant Buddhas rise again with 3D light projection
Fourteen years after the massive statues were destroyed by the Taliban, artists have animated the Buddhas with 3D light projection technology.
Reflections on “Seven Wise Women in the Charnel Ground”
Bonnie Myotai Treace on themes and of impermanence and enlightenment in the ninth century Chinese story, "Seven Wise Women in the Charnel Ground."
Charlotte models mindful breathing for kids
Charlotte and the Quiet Place is a forthcoming children's book about personal discovery that features beautiful watercolor illustrations.