In Search of the True Direction

Following yesterday's footsteps while hiking through the snowy woods, Peter Moretzsohn contemplates how our actions and thoughts shape the present and future.

Buddhist Council of New York partners with Columbia University Buddhist Association to celebrate Vesak

On April 29, 150 people gathered at Columbia University’s Low Library celebrate Vesak.

Una meditación de bondad amorosa para sanar a tu niño interior

Peggy Rowe Ward y Larry Ward sobre cómo darte el amor y la compasión que te mereces. Envía algo de ese amor al niño herido que llevas dentro. Lo necesita.

Lessons from a Wildfire

When his community’s beloved retreat center burned to the ground, Anam Thubten took it as a teaching on impermanence.

Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month

For Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, we're sharing articles by and about Asian American Buddhists from our archives.

Dani Shapiro: Dharma & Devotion

Dani Shapiro talks about being raised Orthodox Jewish, uncovering a decades-old family secret, and writing her new novel—her most spiritual work yet.

Discover the Freshness of Each Moment

The fruit of Chan practice is discovering the freshness of each moment. Guo Gu on silent illumination, gong’an, and engaging with the world.

Realize Your True Nature

In this, the third of a four-part series on tantra, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche presents practices for recognizing the true nature of mind—empty and open, luminous and aware.

A Practice to Work Through Difficult Thoughts

Lisa Ernst shares a practice to offer kindness to your difficult thoughts.

Lion’s Roar May 2023 Book Reviews

Bonnie Nadzam reviews new books that can help us navigate the ups and downs of life—from personal grief to collective rage to the joy of creativity.