‘The way of virtue is respecting the world — respecting our own bodies, respecting the rights of other beings, living in a way that is not cruel, not harmful, not divisive, not insensitive, not brutal.’ Ajahn Sumedho

“Hope is not a prediction. It is the choice to believe something good is possible before we have proof.” For most of my life, I lived with an internal alarm system that never turned off. I expected disaster around every corner—financial collapse, professional failure,...

“The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh I want to shine a light on something that often gets overlooked in both the medical world and the mental health space. Something I didn’t have a name for...

‘There’s a saying about Kobo (ad800) whose calligraphy is regarded, even today, as amongst the greatest examples of this highly developed art: ‘‘This won­derful calligrapher does not choose his brush. Kobo Daishi, Great Teacher Kobo, does not choose the brush.’’’...

‘Awareness opens the door to seeing reality as it truly is — impermanent, interconnected, and empty of inherent self. It allows us to engage with the world with a mind that is free from delusion, attachment, and aversion.’ Everyday Buddhism

‘The Eightfold Path has played such a central role in the evolution of the Buddha’s teaching and suggests that it may have emerged organically from Shakyamuni Buddha’s own behaviour and life example.’ Everyday Buddhism

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...