When Being Right Ruins Everything: Conflict Resolution from a Buddhist Perspective
A nun shares why choosing harmony over being right can transform conflicts—even over joss sticks and ducks.
A nun shares why choosing harmony over being right can transform conflicts—even over joss sticks and ducks.
A group of Buddhist practitioners at a retreat return from a Dhamma talk to find that their belongings have been stolen by burglar(s). The author reflects on a similar occurrence depicted in a Chán story, and realises that although her material possessions were taken away by the burglar, the stillness and peace of her mind need not go with them.
Most people avoid thinking about death, but Buddhists embrace it. Learn why contemplating mortality is considered the supreme mindfulness meditation.
TLDR: Delve into the fragility of love and learn from Venerable Jian Xin how Buddhism offers transformative insights for enduring relationships. Unmasking the myth of love A middle-aged student shared with me, “Shifu, if I had understood the Dharma at 25 years old...
Unlock the secrets of adopting vegetarianism as a practice of compassion. Discover how a single decision shaped a Buddhist nun's life and influenced those around her.
What’s worth living for? What do I live for? A Buddhist nun shares her journey on the path and how questions can shape our lives.