“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” ~Anatole France When my cat Squiggles died, I didn’t just “lose a pet.” I lost a part of my identity, my greatest source of comfort, and my sense of home. Squiggles was the one constant in my...

‘Often people say they are meditating, but what they are really doing is thinking of nothing, and the mind is completely dull. I don’t think that is right meditation. It’s just increasing the dullness of the mind.’ Geshe Tashi Tsering

“It is very important for every human being to forgive herself or himself because if you live, you will make mistakes—it is inevitable. But once you do and you see the mistake, then you forgive yourself and say, ‘Well, if I’d known better I’d have done better.’” ~Maya...

‘Everything is meditation itself and can be regarded as an opportunity for change — this is turning the negative into the positive.’ Everyday Buddhism

‘I often say we should think of our dharma practice as a hobby.’ Geshe Tashi Tsering

Being a mother of four — three beautiful daughters and one strong son — has taught me more about love, pain, and perseverance than anything else in this world. Each of my children carries a piece of me. My son, my firstborn, stands tall with quiet strength and a...