Spiritual Growth & Mindfulness

At the age of 24, a pivotal decision reshaped the trajectory of my life: I chose … The Power of Renunciation: A Journey from Monastic Life to FulfillmentRead more

The profound interconnectedness of grief and love served as the catalyst for the creation of "Contemplations … Contemplations on the Five Mindfulness Trainings: A New Paradigm for Racial Justice and the Global PandemicRead more

Renowned Japanese poet Hiromi Ito, celebrated for her unflinching exploration of female experience, pregnancy, and sexuality, … Reading the Heart Sutra: A Poet’s Contemplation on Mortality and the Pure LandRead more

October 11, 2026, marks a significant occasion: the 100th anniversary of the birth of Thich Nhat … The Centennial Celebration of Thich Nhat Hanh’s Birth: A Legacy of Peace and Engaged BuddhismRead more

On reconciling the incongruences of early parenting and dharma training, Adriana DiFazio reflects on a journey … Parenting Is Not My Dharma Practice (and Maybe That’s Okay)Read more

Steven Hall, known in the experimental music circles as Nirosta Steel, is experiencing a remarkable late-career … My Skyscraper: Nirosta Steel’s Unreleased Archives Resonate Decades LaterRead more

The late Plum Village teacher Larry Ward helps us to reflect on those who nourish our … Our Inner SanghaRead more

The essence of existence, according to ancient Buddhist teachings, resides not in the echoes of the … Our Appointment with Life: Embracing the Present Moment for Peace and LiberationRead more

The Tricycle Haiku Challenge, a monthly exploration of poetry through a designated seasonal word, recently concluded … The Summer Season Word: Snail and the Deeper Currents of HaikuRead more

The proposed sale of Buddhist relics, specifically gems and gold ornaments unearthed from the Piprahwa Stupa … The Proposed Sale of Buddha’s Relics Raises Questions That Returning Them Has Not SettledRead more