All of us naturally like to express, experience and receive love in different ways. The concept of love languages gives us a deeper perspective into how we can better communicate our love within our relationships. But before we begin understanding how to express our...

“You are not your thoughts. You are the observer of your thoughts.” ~Amit Ray I was in the middle of responding to my third “urgent” email of the morning when I realized I hadn’t tasted my coffee. The cup sat there, half-empty and cold. I had no memory of drinking it....

‘When awareness is cultivated, it has the power to shine a light on delusion, revealing it for what it is.’ Everyday Buddhism

When I think of the word gratitude, many thoughts and memories swirl through my mind, some filled with chaos or sadness and others with pure joy. I have had life-altering experiences, both positive and not so positive, that led me to a better understanding of...

It all began when life decided to hand me a dose of its own medicine, one that was bitter, humbling, and hard to swallow. It was the end of a four year university journey. Everywhere around me was joy, smiles, laughter, and plans for graduation and convocation. My...

In his Buddhadharma article Toward a More Skillful mode of Buddhist Political Speech, Gregory Snyder laid out the tools and approaches Buddhists might wisely adapt from those engaged in Christian Public Theology and Liberation Theology. Here, Snyder shares seven ways...

‘There are various ways to help others, but one way you can really help is by not creating a problem, by trusting the presence of awareness.’ Ajahn Sumedho

“The resistance that you fight physically in the gym and the resistance that you fight in life can only build a strong character.” ~Arnold Schwarzenegger The gym. Just saying the word makes some people break into a sweat—and not the good kind. Bright lights. Mirrors...