No matter how advanced our spiritual practice might be, in the end, we should always remember not to be reckless in our behavior. Therefore, ethics is the foundation of all Buddhist practices, including the Dzogchen tradition in which I practice. Without the framework...

In Buddhism, equanimity is traditionally considered one of the most beneficial states of mind, yet in American Buddhism it is often sidelined by better-known qualities such as mindfulness and compassion. Margaret Cullen corrects this in her new book, Quiet Strength:...

“Vulnerability is the only path through the wall that separates us from each other.” ~Brené Brown Every time I share something deeply personal—an article, a post, a piece of my story somewhere or to someone—there is a part of me that lights up with energy. I feel a...

‘Awareness is a natural state; it’s normal. It isn’t a compounded state that depends on other conditions.’ Ajahn Sumedho

In 2020, life felt deeply unstable on many fronts for Naisola Wandiri. After completing her university studies in Kenya, she experienced a sudden spike in self-awareness. However, this period of personal growth also brought an unexpected wave of loneliness. She was...