Author: Amber

Local contact for the Blue Lotus Insight Meditation Center in Las Vegas, NV, I have been involved with Buddhism since the late 1990's when my husband first introduced it to me. What was first a medium for healing, has now become a catalyst for understanding my own true nature. Living in Las Vegas with my husband and two children, I enjoy spending time with my family, camping, and continuing my spiritual journey meshing Buddhist theories with practical daily application.

Uncomfortable Shoes

As a female, I have to admit that I subject myself to some pretty uncomfortable shoes. They look so cute at the store, and usually I only buy the ones that feel comfortable while at the shoe store. Of course,…

Closet Buddhism Part II by Amber Nancarrow

I grew up Christian. It’s pretty much typical for white Americans to be Christian, especially before all of these Eastern philosophies, like Buddhism and Hinduism, and things like yoga and meditation became so popular.  So for me, as a white American, to…

It’s just sooooooo hard!

It’s Just SOOOO Hard! I hear that a lot these days. My children say it most of the time when they are frustrated about having to pick up their toys or clean their rooms. Or it comes at times when…

Train the Body?

I go to the gym and workout just about every day. Usually I train on my own, a mix between cardiovascular and strength training exercises. Every now and then I will take a class. Usually the instructors want us to…