A quick YouTube search will reveal dozens of meditation techniques you can try right now. But in Buddhism, there are only two main types of meditation. The first is aimed at achieving serenity (samatha), the other is aimed at gaining insight (vipassana). Achieving serenity leads to one-pointed concentration of the mind (samadhi). And gaining insight … Read more
“We only need to choose our words carefully, and we can make other people happy,” Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh wrote in his meditation on deep listening and loving speech. Thinking about this advice, reminded of a book titled “What Would Buddha Say?: 1,501 Right-Speech Teachings for Communicating Mindfully,” written by Barbara Ann Kipfer, a … Read more
Scholar-monk Bhikkhu Analayo clarified the Buddhist doctrine of no-self during an event at the Harvard Divinity School, addressing widespread misconceptions about the controversial concept that challenges both experts and everyday practitioners. Seated alongside Daniel T. Aitken, CEO of Wisdom Publications, and Charles Hallisey, senior lecturer on Buddhist literatures at Harvard Divinity School, Analayo discussed rebirth … Read more
Sometimes, you might need a personal consultation on how to meditate or overcome specific obstacles that hinder your practice. I believe my advice will be useful to those who consider meditation a part of their spiritual journey. As a lay follower, I do my best to embody the Buddha’s teachings in my daily life, no matter … Read more