Dwelling in the Casita of Equanimity
In this episode of Life As It Is, Daisy Hernández reflects on the past two years of the pandemic, her practices of equanimity, and how she finds refuge in times of war.
Refuge
Accessing Refuge
Lama Rod Owens on finding peace in the pandemic
Sutta Study: About Cunda
In the Cunda Sutta, the Buddha offers advice after the death of a dear friend and disciple.
Democratic from the Start
Western Buddhist groups often assume that hierarchical modes of organization are inherent to Buddhism. But there's another part of Buddhist tradition—one that embraces political equality.
Personal ReflectionsMagazine | Feature
The Hunger for Home
For the displaced, "home" is not just a physical location. It is a feeling of sanctuary—one that has been taken from them.
The Gift of Fear
Fear is a part of human nature, so there is little point in forcing ourselves to overcome it or pretending to be unaffected by it. In fact, we do so at our peril.
Teachings for Uncertain Times: The Power and Importance of Community
Tuere Sala, a co-guiding teacher at Seattle Insight Meditation Society, explains how taking refuge is an essential step to developing trust during times of turbulence.
Finding Refuge in a Time of War
This election cycle had been a condensed version of everything Daisy Hernández learned to fear as a child of immigrants. The difference now is that she has a community.
Retreat or Fight? Both are Right.
In times of remarkable injustice, the "hands-off" Buddhist approach is not enough—we need to get off the cushion and fight.
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