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The profound teachings of Machig Labdrön, a pivotal figure in Tibetan Buddhism, offer a compelling framework … A Practice from Tibet’s Great Wisdom Mother on Severance, Identity, and What Remains When We Stop Holding OnRead more

In the hushed intimacy of a small dokusan room, where the gentle murmur of Tassajara Creek … The Profound Journey of Unraveling Fear Through Embodied Dharma: A Personal Koan Blossoms into LiberationRead more

The relentless pace of modern life often propels us toward hasty solutions, leaving little room for … Reindigenizing Our Relationship with the Land: Foraging as a Pathway to Belonging and Resilience in a Polycrisis WorldRead more

In the profound philosophical landscape of Tibetan Buddhism, the concept of "bardo" signifies a liminal state, … Between-States: Conversations About Bardo and LifeRead more

The ascent to Vulture’s Peak, or Gridhakuta Hill, near Rajgir in India, presents a deceptively gentle … The Buddha’s Footsteps: A Modern Pilgrimage Through India and NepalRead more

In the annals of Zen Buddhism and Japanese literature, the name Ryōkan (1758–1831) resonates with an … The Unorthodox Wandering Hermit Ryōkan’s Profound Poetry Captured in "This and That"Read more

Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Amidst the cacophony of honking horns and bustling crowds, an American … The Soul Before the Name: How Birding and Buddhism Cultivate Inner Peace and ConnectionRead more

Éliane Radigue, a pioneering composer whose rigorous sonic explorations delved into the profound liminal spaces between … Éliane Radigue, A Sonic Alchemist of Transitions and Tibetan Buddhism, Dies at 94Read more

In the quiet contemplation of art and memory, poet Jeffrey Yang and artist Kazumi Tanaka forge … No Home Go Home / Go Home No HomeRead more

The enduring resonance of Japanese haiku, particularly the profound works of Kobayashi Issa, continues to captivate … US Poet Laureate Arthur Sze Discusses the Emotional Power and Depth of Kobayashi Issa’s PoetryRead more