Children have a special place in the Plum Village tradition of the late Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh. There are special practices, vows, and programs designed especially for children and teens, and Thich Nhat Hanh often fashioned the first part of his dharma talks...

‘Awareness is the foundation of all Buddhist practice, as it trains the mind to stay grounded in reality rather than becoming lost in distraction or delusion.’ Everyday Buddhism

‘When we integrate the understanding of anicca (impermanenc) with the practice of patience, we develop a profound equanimity. We recognise that whatever difficulties or challenges we face will also pass, just as all things do.’ Everyday Buddhism

‘Unfortunately, one of the ills of modern society is that it’s in headlong flight from the truth of the human condition, from the fact that we all, without exception, are subject to old age, sickness and death.’ John Snelling

‘As the process of papañca slows, the world is no longer split into subject and object. There is only just this, known without grasping, seen without separation. No drama. No statement. Not-one, not-two.’ Everyday Buddhism

This meditation is excerpted from Lion’s Roar’s audio collection “Meditations to Ground Yourself.” Transcript So I wanted to share with you one daily practice that I do, and offer it to you as a possible homework experiment. I live in Taos, New Mexico, even though I’m...