Tree Root Practice
American Theravada teacher Jack Kornfield reflects on the lessons he learned from nature while studying in the forest tradition.
Jack Kornfield
Jack Kornfield was trained as a Buddhist monk in Thailand, Burma, and India, and holds a PhD in clinical psychology. He is a psychotherapist and founding teacher of the Insight Meditation Society and the Spirit Rock Center. His books include Seeking the Heart of Wisdom and Still Forest Pool.
Training Wheels
Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach think qualified meditation teachers are needed now more than ever, so they’re building a global community and curriculum to help
Turning Word
Insight Meditation teacher Jack Kornfield reflects on two books that made a significant impact on his practice.
Practicing in a Pandemic
Six new teachings on how to find compassion and equanimity in a time of great uncertainty.
Enlightenments, Not Enlightenment
Awakening is not the same for everyone—even spiritual masters manifest their wisdom differently and took various paths to get there.
Finding Freedom Right Here, Right Now
Jack Kornfield’s latest book, No Time Like the Present, invites readers to take on life’s challenges.
Truth and Reconciliation Begins With Us
A Buddhist teacher reflects on the troubling events of Charlottesville.
Identity and Selflessness in Buddhism: No Self or True Self?
Examining Buddhist notions of identity and selflessness
Set the Compass of Your Heart
Select wisdom from sources old and new
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