After relocating to another country, the author discovers a new perspective on problematic mental habits, and offers a five-step mindfulness technique for regaining clarity when reactive patterns loom.
Amidst the anxiety and busyness of moving day with her husband and two children, a woman discovers how mindfulness and awareness transforms her experience of change.
Taught by Acharya Lhakpa Tshering, a Buddhist monk, scholar, and meditation master, this course gives you a practical introduction to the skills needed to confidently practice meditation in your own life and on your own time. Topics include how to sit for a meditation session, overcome common obstacles like forgetfulness, dullness, and so on, and different techniques for calming the mind. You will learn all the details of this traditional Buddhist meditation, make an in-depth exploration of your mind, and perhaps even come to know yourself beyond the thoughts and labels that obscure your true being.
The author shares his contemplation of the adage “you are what you eat” in light of the “mental superfood” of the Four Immeasurables of Buddhism.
Along with all of the unprecedented difficulties we experienced over the past year, we also may have found ourselves, on occasion, surprised by the strength of our resilience. This years’ Be Wise, Go Kind Online Retreat took place April 2-4. You can still register till April 11th to view all the recorded sessions and explore with us how to bring resilience on the path with a sense of joy.
The author shares the practice of self-compassion that has helped to ease the suffering of chronic debilitating illness and increased the experience of loving kindness.
