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Library Buddha

The duet of wonder and grief

July 6, 2022 by Olivia Hoblitzelle

It’s no surprise that so many people feel strangely adrift in these turbulent times. We are catapulted from one extreme to another, sometimes incredulous at what we are witnessing, maybe even anxious and afraid for ourselves, others, and our planet.

Continue readingThe duet of wonder and grief

These articles come from our monthly newsletter teachings and feature wonderful, brief reflections on Buddhism and practice in everyday life.

Where does it hurt?

by Susan Pollak · June 3, 2022

As I reflect on the fighting in Ukraine, as well as the political fighting, violence, and …

Reclaiming faith

by Zeenat Potia · May 2, 2022

What arises when you hear the word faith? Welcoming and making space for all feelings and …

Opening to the all

by Narayan Liebenson · April 5, 2022

Perhaps you have saved a tag or two from a tea bag that says something worth pondering. …

The wisdom of not knowing

by Olivia Hoblitzelle · March 1, 2022

We are all aware that we are living in exceptionally turbulent and uncertain times, and …

Vipassana meditation: to observe without distortion

by Larry Rosenberg · February 4, 2022

Basho, a master of haiku, is giving some hints to aspiring poets for authentic creativity …

The necessity of intention

by Narayan Liebenson · January 5, 2022

As we know, it’s traditional to set intentions at the start of a new year. If we …

So much has been given

by Zeenat Potia · December 8, 2021

The Buddhist lineage is built upon the practice and teaching of unfettered, open-hearted …

Do Buddhas Think?

by Narayan Liebenson · November 13, 2021

As I understand it, the awakened mind includes thinking; it’s just that the thinking …

Continuity of awareness

by Olivia Hoblitzelle · October 18, 2021

The image caught me by surprise. Unlike most images that dissolve quickly with the next …

A cool breeze in summer

by Narayan Liebenson · September 20, 2021

Ten thousand flowers in spring, the moon in autumn,A cool breeze in summer, snow in …

Anapanasati—a brief introduction Part 2

by Larry Rosenberg · August 6, 2021

Last month, in Anapanasati Part 1, exclusive attention to breathing was presented, …

Anapanasati—a brief introduction Part 1

by Larry Rosenberg · July 12, 2021

Anapanasati is the meditation system expressly taught by the Buddha in which mindful …

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