personal growth

The profound genius of the Buddha extended beyond his acute understanding of existence to a remarkable … The Buddha’s Creative Vision: Transforming Suffering into Art and FlourishingRead more

Buddhist scriptures delineate a celestial hierarchy of Buddhas, encompassing those of the past, the present, and … The Future Buddha: Understanding Maitreya’s Significance and His Role in Buddhist CosmologyRead more

Nestled within the undulating embrace of the Allegheny Mountains in eastern Hampshire County, West Virginia, the … The West Virginia Hills Offer Solace and Wisdom at Theravada Buddhist MonasteryRead more

On a chilling January morning in 2016, the University of Hyderabad was irrevocably marked by the … The Dhamma Deeksha: Rohith Vemula’s Legacy and the Enduring Power of Buddhist Conversion as ResistanceRead more

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