Spirituality
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson I grew up as the fifth of seven children in a strict religious family where faith shaped everything. From an early age, I learned to...
‘The third noble truth offers the promise of liberation: the cessation of suffering is possible. This state, known as Nirvana (Nibbana), is the extinguishing of craving, the ending of attachment, and the realisation of the unconditioned.’ Everyday Buddhism
Trigger Warning: This piece contains references to childhood trauma, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Please take care of yourself as you read, and step away if you need to. If you are struggling, you are not alone — support is available through trusted loved ones,...
‘Buddha taught that all conditioned things are impermanent—that everything arises and passes away according to causes and conditions. This understanding of impermanence is central to Buddhist practice, as it reveals the futility of clinging to constantly changing...
FREE Live 90-minute Write to Heal class and 20-page guide with prompts, recordings and more to support your healing journey. When I was studying writing in college, my personal essay class was my favorite. I’d already been journaling for almost a decade, so I...
‘I cannot stress enough to you the absolute importance of sticking to your practice no matter what. No adjustment is required; no calculation is needed.’ Harada Tangen Roshi
By drawing our attention to endings and our developed habits about the way we meet endings, we can learn how to step fully into our lives with appreciation and gratitude, says Frank Ostaseski. The post A Meditation on Endings appeared first on Mindful.
tsuyu no yo wa tsuyu no yo nagara sari nagara This classic haiku could not be simpler. It features only two real words—the others are more or less particles—and these two words are the same, tsuyu, which means “dew.” A translation might read: This world of dew is a...
When my dog Duke collapsed suddenly on a walk, I knew it was bad. But I didn’t know how bad. The vet took one look inside his mouth and his smile vanished. My mind went blank until I heard him say, “I can put him down now if you’re ready.” I wasn’t ready. Horrified, I...
Traditionally, we all like to plan our life. And of course we have to. It would become very chaotic if we just showed up for a plane or train without a ticket. But when we’re dealing with emotions and fear, deciding ahead of time how it’s all going to be doesn’t work....