In the practice of Mahasati insight meditation, we develop the faculty of being able …
On the Ending of Suffering: Kicking the Dukkha Habit
People often ask what the ending of dukkha or suffering is, and what is the moment …
The Scenery of Life Living Itself
The whole point of Buddhist practice, or any religious or spiritual practice, is to …
Our Mental Immune System
Our body’s immune system is an amazing thing. I’ve heard that we are exposed to …
Imprints in the Mind
Everything we do and experience leaves an imprint in the mind. What we expose …
Body & Mind Working Together
Body and mind, or ruup-naam, are the two principal components of our experience. Our …
Seeing Perfection in Imperfection
When I walk through the woods, I’m often amazed by how beautiful nature can be. In …
Living with the World as it has Come to Be
There is a teaching in the Buddhist suttas about maintaining equanimity in the face …
Mind States
It’s not uncommon for practitioners to express frustration with the ups and downs of …