Sister Peace shares why she gave it all up to pursue enlightenment the old-fashioned way to practice and study the dharma full-time.
Book Reviews for July 2016
We review Mark Gerzon’s “The Reunited States of America,” Dzogchen Ponlop’s “Emotional Rescue,” a Buddhist baby book, and more.
The Thief Who Stole the World

Steve Antinoff remembers his first teacher, an intimidating Zen monk whose every gesture seemed charged with the Absolute.
Inside the July 2016 Lion’s Roar magazine
Our July 2016 magazine is the third issue of Lion’s Roar (the leading Buddhist magazine formerly known as the Shambhala Sun), and it’s now available. It’s theme surrounds difficult emotions, featured on the cover — and looks into how a Buddhist practice can help you find their wisdom and release you from their pain inside. […]
All Part of Being Human
Dr. BJ Miller shares the story of how he came to devote his life to helping others face their death because he has stared straight at his own.
Keep It Simple
Our editor-in-chief, Melvin McLeod, discusses freeing yourself from difficult emotions and why simply enjoying your life is the best gift you can give.