I am sorry to report that Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh is ill in Bordeaux. Perhaps these words of wisdom will help us remain strong during this trying time. “This body is not me; I am not caught in this body, I am life without boundaries, I have never been born and I have never […]
Let Your Mind Settle
November 12, 2014 by
Here is a story and a quote that teaches you how to let your mind settle. You may want to do this prior to taking an action when you are disturbed or upset. In The Sun My Heart: From Mindfulness to Insight and Contemplation, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh (known as Thay by his followers) […]
Compassion is Mandatory
November 11, 2014 by
In our world today, compassion is mandatory. It is mandatory because there are so many diverse interests. Compassion is necessary for us to develop tolerance for different points of view. Compassion is mandatory in order for us to develop non-discrimination. Many people still harbor discrimination towards people who are not like them. There is a […]
Compassion and Wisdom
November 10, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Compassion and wisdom and are the cornerstones of Buddha’s teachings. Compassion and Wisdom | November 10, 2014 The one thing I always come back to is that compassion and wisdom are at the heart of the BuddhaÂ’s teaching. If you cannot find either wisdom or compassion in something, then I donÂ’t feel that it […]
The Better Way to Live Alone
November 10, 2014 by
My teacher, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh (known affectionately by his followers as Thay – teacher) , often teaches on the better way to live alone. His teachings are based on the words of the Buddha passed down orally until they were written down. These writings are called sutras. In this article, we are going to review Sutra […]
If You Can Dream It, You Can Achieve It: The Power of Visualization – Purpose Fairy
November 9, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If You Can Dream It, You Can Achieve It: The Power of Visualization – Purpose Fairy.
Forest Bathing
November 9, 2014 by
Today is November 7, 2014. I arrive at the Ben Lomond Quaker Center snuggled in the redwood forest of the Santa Cruz Mountains. I walk in the woods a bit and realize I am forest bathing. The joy I feel being there is enhanced by the early morning sunlight streaming through the trees. The canopy […]
Stress Relief: Guided Meditation – Purpose Fairy
November 8, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Stress Relief: Guided Meditation – Purpose Fairy.
The Surprising Secret to Living a Happy Life – Purpose Fairy
November 8, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The Surprising Secret to Living a Happy Life – Purpose Fairy.
Taking Care of Our Families
November 8, 2014 by
Taking care of our families is just as important as dharma practice. Even though we are taught that “non-attachment is essential,” we must continue to love and support our family members. I find this teaching to be really essential. At a time when many of my friends were attending retreats away from their families, I […]
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