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Updated: Beastie Boys’ Adam Yauch: “Reports of my being totally cancer free are exaggerated”
As we'd reported here earlier, Adam Yauch (aka MCA) of the Beastie Boys has been battling cancer, in the form of a tumor on his parotid gland.
Lessons from an old copy of “Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind”
Shunyru Suzuki's book Zen Mind Beginner's Mind has been leading people onto the path of meditation for forty years now. Here, Shambhala Sun friend and contributor Steve Silberman shares an intimate glimpse, via beautiful photos, of his personal copy of Suzuki's book, which continues to teach him after all these years.
The Lessons of Gratitude
From Thanissaro Bhikkhu, abbot of the Metta Forest Monastery, comes a new teaching about what the historical Buddha taught about gratitude.
The WikiLeaks Dalai Lama report
WikiLeaks reveals that the Dalai Lama told US diplomats to prioritize climate change rather than politics in Tibet.
Frozen Yoga and McMindfulness: Miles Neale on the mainstreaming of contemplative religious practices
Danny Fisher in conversation with Buddhist psychotherapist and meditation teacher Miles Neale about the mainstreaming of mindfulness.
Writer/filmmaker Velcrow Ripper on “Love In A Time of Climate Crisis”
Velcrow Ripper has been working on a timely new film called Evolve Love. He presents a piece about the film's subject – the climate crisis.
Dana Wiki and the Future of American Buddhism: Danny Fisher interviews Joshua Eaton
Danny Fisher interviews Joshua Eaton, author and creator of Dana Wiki, an online resource for Buddhist community service.
The Golden Rule
All religions preach it, we’re all taught it, but how many of us live it? Karen Armstrong argues that living the Golden Rule is the key.
The Charter for Compassion
The call to action that is inspiring people around the world to campaign for a more compassionate global community.