Ray Buckner's Articles on Lions Roar

The Fleeting Feeling of Joy

by Ray Buckner| February 21, 2018

In the wake of tragedy, Buddhism offers a radical path, writes Buddhist practitioner Ray Buckner. A few months ago, I went out for a night of dancing in the Castro district of San Francisco. Gay men danced amongst queer women, who danced amongst gender-queers. Dancing in a circle, we sang along to the music of […]

Finding Refuge in the Scary Places Inside Us

by Ray Buckner| January 12, 2018

Ray Buckner shares how Buddhist practice can help us diminish fear by facing it directly with honesty, clarity, and compassion.

See Us Clearly: A Buddhist’s View of Transgender Visibility

by Ray Buckner| July 27, 2017

In recognition of the International Transgender Day of Visibility, Ray Buckner shares a personal view of what it means to be Buddhist, gender-queer, and trans.

Healthy Desire: A Buddhist’s View of Mindfulness & Sex

by Ray Buckner| May 18, 2017

Buddhist practitioner Ray Buckner shares how bringing mindfulness into sex helps us develop a healthier relationship with both ourselves and our partner, and deepens our connection between mind and body.

Countering Oppression by Cultivating Peace

by Ray Buckner| March 23, 2017

What started as a mindful walk became a personal “disturbance of the peace.” Ray Buckner on how taking a moment to pause can transform a negative situation.