What the Meditation Masters Say about the Present Moment

This post is about what the masters say about the present moment. Walking in nature can easily bring us back to the present moment when we look at the wonders of life in the natural world. Just think for a moment what got you right here, right now – what causes and conditions had to […]

Is There Hope for Optimism on Climate Change?

Is there hope for optimism on climate change? Al Gore thinks so. In is Ted Talk in Vancouver, British Columbia in February, 2016, Al Gore thinks there is. In his latest TED talk, Al Gore, founder and chairman of The Climate Reality Project, poses three questions that will determine the future of our planet – […]

Nurturing Practices

This article is a summary of a wonderful dharma talk on nurturing practices given by Sister Mai Nghiem, a French nun and Dharma Teacher in the Plum Village Tradition. The dharma talk was given on April 29th, 2016 at the Earth Holder Retreat at the Deer Park Monastery last week. I was especially moved by […]

EVERYBODY DIES, BUT NOT EVERYBODY LIVES – YouTube

Abraham Hicks Prosperity Meditation Binaural 0 9Hz – YouTube

Better Aging Through Practice, Practice, Practice – The New York Times

I can’t promise this will prolong your life. But it will improve it. Source: Better Aging Through Practice, Practice, Practice – The New York Times

The Life and Teachings of Sister Chan Khong – Lion’s Roar

She’s best known as Thich Nhat Hanh’s invaluable collaborator, but Sister Chan Khong is also a dedicated activist and gifted teacher in her own right. Source: The Life and Teachings of Sister Chan Khong – Lion’s Roar

Six maps that will make you rethink the world – The Washington Post

New maps for the U.S. – and the world Source: Six maps that will make you rethink the world – The Washington Post

Seven Teachings to Live By from Thich Nhat Hanh

Acclaimed Buddhist monk and activist Thich Nhat Hanh shares inspired wisdom and practical tools to help you to live a fulfilling and purposeful life. Source: Seven Teachings to Live By from Thich Nhat Hanh

The Importance of Sangha

Tomorrow, I’m going to the Earth Holder Retreat at the Deer Park Monastery where the importance of sangha in Buddhist practice is realized. The Practicing Pamphlet which I received clearly states, We have come to practice together as a community. We do not encourage isolated practices or solo retreats. We are part of a body […]