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    Can our pets help us along on the path? Paid Member

    Posted by Allison Steinberg on 30 Sep 2009
    We have a new addition to the Tricycle office—of the hairy persuasion. One of our editors started bringing her 13-year old Spaniel and Collie mix, Scout, to work. I’ve noticed the shift in the mood of the office since this pooch began parading around. Is it my imagination or is everyone more relaxed, friendlier, and even happier? Scout makes his rounds when he arrives each morning to scope out the scene. More »
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    Namkha Rinpoche visits Tricycle Paid Member

    Posted by James Shaheen on 22 Sep 2009
    Sopranos actor Michael Imperioli (aka Christopher Moltisanti) presented his film The Hungry Ghosts, his directorial debut, at the Rubin Museum of Art in New York City this month. The screening was a fundraiser for Namkha Rinpoche's charitable organization, The Golden Bridge Association, a not-for-profit dedicated to humanitarian aid and the preservation of Tibetan culture and religion. Imperioli brought Rinpoche to the office this morning for a chat and some coffee. More »
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    Pear-shaped Buddhas? Paid Member

    Posted by James Shaheen on 04 Sep 2009
    No, Buddha-shaped pears! Is someone getting over on us? It's Friday and after a long week I thought I'd pass along the joy. I guess unlike money, Buddhas grow on trees. You can taste the fruit—or at least see it—here. More »
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    If you’re angry and you know it… Paid Member

    Posted by Allison Steinberg on 24 Aug 2009
    I attended a meeting at the Japan Society recently with some other Tricycle staff members, and several people who work at the fine organization on Manhattan’s east side, to talk about potential future collaboration. While in discussions, one of the staff members at Japan Society said, “Well I know I shouldn’t be angry, but...” and someone there replied, “It’s ok to be angry.” The two distinct notions presented raised the obvious question. Is it ok to be angry? “Many Buddhists get very skilled at pushing anger away, at sitting at a distance from their anger, but it’s not extinguished. More »
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    Tricycle's Fall issue now online! Paid Member

    Posted by Philip Ryan on 10 Aug 2009
    The cool, crisp days of autumn may not be here yet, but Tricycle's Fall issue is! It's heading to store shelves, and subscribers' mailboxes, and is available online right now! The cover shows a Rudolf Stingel sculpture of a Buddha at peace with many implements of the householder's life: a handheld mixer, scissors, a paint brush. Here are some of the articles from this issue that you can read right now: Sitting Practice Redux A meditator reflects on falling out of practice—and finding a way back. by Stephen Altschuler More »
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    Making our way through a sea of green Paid Member

    Posted by Rachel on 30 Jul 2009
    In my continuing quest to bring mindfulness to all that I consume, I've met more than a few roadblocks. As Organic! Green! and Eco-friendly! labels scream at me from the aisles of my grocery store the process has become increasingly exasperating. Further confusing me, the "Healthy Living" section of my local supermarket recently renovated their floors, replacing linoleum with polished wood to simulate the feel of an organic health food store. Detergents, toothpastes, fruits, and even potato chips now come in green packaging with grassy knolls, woodland creatures, and falling leaves decorating their labels. It all adds to my mounting confusion. More »