‘Buddha is the quality of awareness that observes without judgement, the compassion that arises naturally when we let go of our self-centred views, the wisdom that knows the impermanence and interdependence of all things.’ Everyday Buddhism

For Stella, gratitude was never simple or decorative. It was always grounded in truth. It was never about pretending that life is beautiful all the time or forcing positivity onto real pain. In fact, some of the deepest appreciation she ever felt was born in the...

“The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh A few years ago, I moved to a new country with two children under two. The idea had felt exciting at first—a fresh start, a new place, a life by the sea. But...

‘Our minds and Shakyamuni’s are inseparable — only the thoughts are different.’ Zen Graffiti

“One never notices what has been done; one can only see what remains to be done.” ~Marie Curie I almost didn’t go to my cousin’s wedding. Not because I didn’t want to celebrate her. I did. But the thought of walking into a room full of people who knew the version of...

‘To be unaware is to suffer. Not knowing the nature of things, not seeing reality as it truly is (yathābhūta), binds us to a world of illusion.’ Everyday Buddhism

I sat atop a long wooden dock overlooking the Lagoon of Seven Colors in Bacalar, Mexico. I wanted to meditate, but felt hesitant, aware of the other visitors around me. They were splashing and diving, rocking their children and lovers in the water.  As a compromise, I...

“True love is born from understanding.” ~Buddha I believe one of our strongest desires in life is to feel understood. We want to know that people see our good intentions and not only get where we’re coming from but get us. We want to know they see us. They recognize...

‘Wherever the eye falls, Thusness.’ Chan Master Sengcan