When the Buddha attained enlightenment, he touched the earth. If he touched it now, it would cry out in pain.
How to Practice Deep Relaxation
Relaxing the mind is a big goal of Buddhist practice, but to do that you need to relax your body as well. Sister Chan Khong teaches us a three-step practice to access a deep restfulness that rivals sleep.
Become Friends with the Moon
Ephrat Livni reflects on years of spiritual study with the moon as her guide.
Healing Begins With Gratitude
Joanna Macy on “the great open secret of gratitude.”
Our Bodies are Basically Good
Non-diet dietician Jenna Hollenstein’s book “Eat to Love” paves a Buddhist path toward transforming our often troubled relationship with food and body.
When to Say Goodbye
Leaving a relationship may seem like an escape or failure, but Trudy Goodman says it can be the best choice for everyone.
Celebrating Thich Nhat Hanh
Upon the occasion of his 95th birthday, Andrea Miller reflects on her time spent with Thich Nhat Hanh, sharing three interviews with the global spiritual leader, poet, and peace activist.
Imagine a Pine Tree
Thich Nhat Hanh answers a retreatant’s question on what to do in the face of suffering. “Anything you do for yourself, you do for the world.”
“Real but Not True”: How These Four Words Can Help With Strong Emotions
Sometimes we think irrational things while the truth is right in front of us. When that happens, says Jeremy Mohler, four simple words can help bring us back to earth.
How to Practice Bowing
When we bow to another person, says Brother Phap Hai, we honor both their goodness and our own.