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Car Alarm Lovingkindness

As I move through my daily life, I know that one of my motivations to stay steadfast in my practice is to support my capacity[…]

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The Tale of the Bodhisattva Fly

by Jeff Schwamberger I have to confess I’ve always been utterly baffled by the Buddha’s teaching on the Five Skandhas—the so-called “aggregates” that trick us[…]

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The Power of Generosity

According to the Buddhist tradition, we can’t experience the really profound, transformative effects of meditation if our practice isn’t grounded in an ethical or moral[…]

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‘Tis The Season To Take Refuge

Each holiday season, as winter approaches, I often find myself drawn to reflect upon what supports us in staying centered within ourselves throughout this busy[…]