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    Family Dharma: The Fragility of Silence Paid Member

    In his introduction to breathing meditation the Buddha said, “The meditator, having gone to the forest, to the shade of a tree, or to an empty building, sits down with legs folded crosswise, body held erect, and sets mindfulness to the fore. Always mindful, the meditator breathes in; mindful, the meditator breathes out.”More »
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    Family Dharma: Barbie, Ken and Ordinary Happiness Paid Member

    The Buddha taught, “There is no greater happiness than peace.” He described inner peace, or peace of mind as “genuine happiness" and contrasted this with the more “ordinary happiness” that can be gained from sensory pleasures, material possessions, money, fame, good health or good fortune. I have reflected often on this profound teaching, and as with all spiritual truths, my understanding of it continues to evolve over time.More »
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    Family Dharma: Barbie, Ken and Ordinary Happiness Paid Member

    The Buddha taught, "There is no greater happiness than peace." He described inner peace, or peace of mind as "genuine happiness" and contrasted this with the more "ordinary happiness" that can be gained from sensory pleasures, material possessions, money, fame, good health or good fortune. I have reflected often on this profound teaching, and as with all spiritual truths, my understanding of it continues to evolve over time. When I teach Buddhism and meditation to… More »
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    The Elusive Mind Paid Member

    An excerpt from Mingyur Rinpoche's new book, The Joy of Living. More »
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    The Elusive Mind Paid Member

    An excerpt from Mingyur Rinpoche’s new book, The Joy of Living. More »
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    Family Dharma: Blessing Our Children Paid Member

    Years ago, as a newcomer to Buddhism and meditation practice, I subscribed to what I have come to believe is somewhat of a misconception about the original teachings of the Buddha. I thought that the Buddha’s primary concern was Nirvana - the ultimate release from endless lifetimes of suffering. I also assumed that the Buddha’s message was directed primarily to monastics -- monks and nuns who choose a life of renunciation, study, and meditation practice over immersion in the everyday world. More »