So I came to the realization today that I have the opportunity to begin my own Temple, and become the Abbot. I do not have to take hundreds of precepts, or wear special robes. I do not need to shave…
Starting my own Temple
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Teaching each other
Dosa, Tanha, and Upadana. Aversion, Desire, and Clinging (grasping). After a recent and minor motorcycle accident, I suffered an injury to my knee and lower back muscles. The first day after the accident, I decided I could not meditate because…
You’re a good person
Noble intentions, combined with compassionate actions, produce universal loving kindness. Bodhichitta, or Buddha nature, is within each and every one of us. By dropping our selfish interests and behaviors, we allow this nature to be exposed to all who are…
Closet Buddhism
Are you a closet Buddhist? Do you study the dhamma, attend regular mediation services and workshops, understand the blessings of the Triple Gem, yet you never tell anyone you are a Buddhist? Is there a fear of some wrath from…
The Full Monty
Yes, I think it’s time for me to expose myself. Sort of a Buddhist “Full Monty” if you will. I always do my best to write mindfully and with a gentleness. But I think perhaps there is not enough personal…