Buddha Standard Time: Awakening to the Infinite Possibilities of Now

Many of us feel that the modern efforts to save time have backfired, bringing onerous new problems of their own. Our technological advances and constant availability have blurred the line between leisure time and work. No sooner do we wrap our minds around a new computer program than it becomes obsolete. We can end up […]

Sep 28, 2011

Magazine

Be Still

If you wish to cultivate absolute stillness and clarity of mind, right here and now, sit down and imagine yourself on a peaceful shore or by a tranquil lake. If the mind is a snow globe whirling with thoughts, images, memories, and inchoate feelings, then the winds of internal energy and self-seeking—analyzing, evaluating, pushing and […]

By Lama Surya Das

Fall 2011

Magazine Teachings

Surya Says

Ten spiritual observations from Lama Surya Das

By Lama Surya Das

Fall 2008

Magazine Teachings

The Heart-Essence of Buddhist Meditation

Lama Surya Das explores the common roots of various Buddhist meditative practices.

By Lama Surya Das

Winter 2007

Trike Daily

Resacralizing the Holidays: Holy Day Mindfulness

As the holydays start coming upon us, fast and furious, I like to turn back to spiritual readings and teachings to refresh and remind me what it’s all about. Of course, having been called the ‘Ocean of Questions,’ I like to start with questions and then live mindfully into them. So first my HolyDay questions: […]

By Lama Surya Das

Nov 28, 2007

Magazine Personal Reflections

He Ruled His Kingdom

Lama Surya Das tells us auspicious tales of the Sixteenth Karmapa, Rangjung Rigpe Dorje.

By Lama Surya Das

Winter 2004

Magazine Meditation & Practice

Bowing: A Portfolio By Steve McCurry

Bowing is a common practice in Asia, both within and outside religious circles, a way of expressing respect and reverence, as well as a form of greeting. Tibetans bow and say tashi delek, meaning “excellent luck and auspicious good fortune to you.” Disciples and devotees bow to their teachers, to the gods, and to holy […]

Steve McCurry and Lama Surya Das

Spring 2004