Recently I had a discussion with someone discussing yoga and its potential benefits for their elderly Mother. Then proceeded to tell me that he is Christian, and not fond of this new age stuff that opens your mind. I asked…
Open heart open mind
Tag: compassion
How to pick a good teacher
Recently someone new to Buddhism asked the question of how to pick a good teacher. I found this to be a very powerful question, and one that I would not want to answer frivolously. Also, I can see clearly that…
In the beginning there was light
I began this Blog almost three years ago with the simple idea of sharing my experiences and observations along life’s path. This path of course being one that has a foundation based in the teachings of the Buddha. In the…
The power of one
Does our individual voice make any difference in this World that seems to have so many atrocities and inequities? Or is it simply easier to turn a blind eye and enjoy the wonderful life that we all have right now?
Of course we all have our difficulties or struggles. Some are financial, emotional, physical and mental. But there is much more going on in the World than this small scope of our personal perspective. And I suppose this is easily ignored if we do not see beyond the tips of our nose.
Buddhism by the numbers
The four divine abodes (brahma-viharas in Pali) are the Buddha’s foundational teachings – the ones that connect most directly with our intention of liberation. Referred to as divine because they encompass immaculate and Godlike qualities. Metta: loving-Kindness, goodwill Karuna: compassion…