I don’t know about you, but I was really confused by Buddhism at the beginning of my journey several years ago. One look at the Pali Canon made me feel overwhelmed and underpowered. “So much to learn, so little time,” I thought to myself. And I wasn’t far from the truth by thinking like that. … Read more
Western Buddhism owes its widespread appeal to the ability to reinvent itself for the needs of contemporary followers. Such evolution clearly presents itself in modern mindfulness movement, which promotes mindful eating, mindful parenting, and corporate mindful leadership. “This is a far cry from Buddhism’s original big splash among beats, hippies, and other figures of the … Read more
I’m always on the lookout for new Buddhism books that offer practical guidance for improving my life. Jack Kornfield’s writings have been especially helpful in this regard. One of his anthologies even inspired my article on overcoming grief. I first discovered Teachings of the Buddha a few years ago while researching Buddhist culture and rituals. … Read more
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I would like to share one of my favorite photos. I spend a lot of time choosing featured images for my articles. In the process, I also find photos related to different aspects of Eastern countries and their culture. That’s why I’ve decided to share these hidden gems on my blog and highlight talented photographers … Read more