Spirituality
My wife, Gitu, and I recently visited Kaudiyala, on the banks of the Ganga river, where we’d had our Hindu wedding in the spring of 1996. Being there again was a joyful reminder of the practice of marriage and how it has helped us grow in friendship, companionship,...
‘So when facing difficulties, sometimes just thinking of the phrase ‘‘everything is subject to change’’ will give strength to my mind.’ Geshe Tashi Tsering
Feeling overwhelmed can be so uncomfortable that we often want to rush to make it go away. Here’s a practice to slow down, meet yourself, tap into your agency, and connect with clarity. The post A Meditation to Tap Into Your Agency When Things Are Chaotic &...
‘What remains when the striving ceases? This is not a question to be answered, but to be realised.’ Zen Master Niutou
Without words, the Buddhist monks at the heart of the Walk for Peace are asking: What if peace is not an external state we hope for, but an internal state we generate and share? The post The Walk for Peace: An Invitation to Reimagine Where Peace Begins appeared first...
Longtime climate advocate Jane Fonda is using her influence to support the important role of mindfulness in practical and effective climate action. The post Jane Fonda at Spirit Rock: Mindfulness, Climate Action, and Community appeared first on Mindful.
“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.” ~Lao Tzu For many years, I was deeply involved in spiritual communities—satsangs, meditation centers, ashrams, and groups focused on positivity, service, and personal growth. These places gave me comfort,...
Since February is all about celebrating love, let's dive into some whimsical ways to express love to yourself this month by going out on a solo date! This might feel a little uncomfortable or unusual to those who aren't used to spending time with themselves doing...
‘Non-duality is not a state to be achieved. It is not the opposite of duality. It is not the final answer. It is the dissolution of the question itself.’ Everyday Buddhism
If we want to understand how to fall in love, then we have to know what builds connection. The post How to Fall in Love & Uncover Happiness in 4 Minutes or Less appeared first on Mindful.