‘The Dharma realm cannot be seen, Yet it is perceived through sound. Discriminating between scriptures is baseless — Only this Dharma leads to the path.’ Avaivartikacakra sūtra

‘The timeless present is not merely a moment in time, but a quality of awareness that transcends time itself. It is the realisation that the moment is, in fact, the only reality we directly experience.’ Everyday Buddhism

“I’ve found beauty in the whimsically ordinary.” ~Elissa Gregoire The pervasive message of our time asserts that success is essential in every facet of life, be it education, career, friendships, or relationships. In the relentless pursuit of success, many of us toil...

‘As we deepen our meditation practice, a subtle yet transformative distinction begins to emerge: consciousness is the experience, whilst awareness is the function.’ Everyday Buddhism

“There are no right or wrong decisions, only choices.” ~Sanhita Baruah When I was younger, everything felt simple. Not necessarily easy, but simple in the sense that there was always a next step. A clear direction. A right way to do things. If I studied, I’d pass the...

‘People sit beneath the Bodhi tree. But this doesn’t mean they have any profound understanding.’ Ajahn Chah

“Your body is precious. It is your vehicle for awakening. Treat it with care.” ~Buddha For years, I thought I was healthy. I was eating what I thought was a “balanced” diet, working out regularly (mostly cardio and HIIT), and I felt like I was ticking all the boxes...

‘Noticing a single shortcoming in ourselves is far more useful than seeing a 1,000 in someone else. We can correct our own.’ Dalai Lama