Personal Reflections Death & Dying
Death and Dying
A Colombian Zen monk reflects on a teaching imparted by his mother’s death
On Grief, Willpower, and Finding Happiness
Author and Creative Writing Professor Yiyun Li speaks with Ann Tashi Slater about grief, willpower, and finding happiness.
Death Is a Part of Life
A mindfulness of death practice inspired by the Buddha’s teachings in the Maranasati Sutta
Practicing Mindfulness of Death
Nikki Mirghafori discusses practicing mindfulness of death and leads a guided meditation inspired by the Buddha’s discourse in the Maranassati Sutta.
Personal Reflections Illness & Care
Inviting Everything into the Room
A palliative care physician reflects on how his Buddhist practice has transformed his ability to accompany patients through illness and death.
Saying Yes to Life
Chilean writer Isabel Allende speaks with Ann Tashi Slater about displacement, exile, and moving forward.
Where Fear and Love Meet
How healing rituals can help us navigate the unpredictability of grief
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Charnel Ground Lessons
Practicing with Emilio, El Niño Fidencio, and La Santa Muerte
Personal Reflections Relationships
A Cane for Suzuki Roshi
A young disciple carves a cane for his dying master.
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