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Philosopher Byung-Chul Han’s theory of Buddhism and burnout
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The Buddhism of Schopenhauer
The famed German philosopher did not become acquainted with Eastern thought until after writing his magnum opus. Yet in Buddhism, he found reflection—and validation—of his own genius.
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What two Western philosophers can teach us about practice
Why Should I Appreciate Life?
Practicing gratitude is not easy, but according to Maezumi Roshi and Friedrich Nietzsche, loving our fate is essential.
The Best Possible Life
As the dharma grows in the West, it will be shaped by our deeply rooted ideas about human flourishing.
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The Art of Solitude
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A More Human Nature
How together Eastern and Western philosophical traditions can create a richer map of the self
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What an ancient group of ethicists can teach us about overcoming self-caused suffering
A More Enlightened Way of Being
The entrance of Buddhist ethics into the modern world
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