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 […]
How to Persevere When You Feel like Giving Up – Purpose Fairy
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“A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.” ~ Christopher Reeve Source: How to Persevere When You Feel like Giving Up – Purpose Fairy
Moving Away from Fear to Faith – Purpose Fairy
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The challenge many of us face throughout our days is living in faith vs fear. It’s like there is a battle waging within us constantly. Source: Moving Away from Fear to Faith – Purpose Fairy
Better Aging Through Practice, Practice, Practice – The New York Times
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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
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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
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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
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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
April 28, 2016 by
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 […]
