Register for Our Upcoming Community Meeting on Nov. 2, 2025

Our next community meeting is scheduled for Nov. 2, 2025. It will start at 9 a.m. PST and will last for 30-45 minutes. During our time together, we’ll discuss contemporary Buddhist teachers. Think of it as an opportunity to meet new people and share your experiences. All our meetings are casual and unstructured to facilitate free flow of ideas: … Read more

Read This One Book if You Want a Simple Introduction to Buddhism (Free Patreon Members Only)

Read This One Book if You Want a Simple Introduction to Buddhism (Free Patreon Members Only)

You’ve clicked on this article because a typical reading list includes from five to ten books, and you don’t have time to read that many right now. I’ve been there. This issue is further complicated by the fact that Buddhism has many schools that may interest you. However, I can confidently say that there is … Read more

Do One Simple Thing If You Want to Improve Concentration During Meditation (Free Patreon Members Only)

Do One Simple Thing If You Want to Improve Concentration During Meditation (Patreon Members Only)

A lot of things have to be right for your daily sitting practice. Like choosing the right time, place, and ensuring that you’ll not be disturbed. Anyone who wants to focus would take these steps. But what should you do when you close your eyes and realize that random thoughts prevent you from observing your … Read more