Find Inner Peace and Relaxation with Calm Minds Meditation
Until recently, scientists believed that the adult brain couldn’t produce new cells. This has since been debunked. In fact, new cells are continuously generated in the brain. If they’re needed—meaning ... Read MoreRead More
There are numerous reasons why we might avoid meditating. Maybe we don’t want to face certain feelings or we’ve built up a fear of failing at it. We might think ... Read MoreRead More
On the Boston Review, Paul Bloom has written a thought-provoking piece titled “Against Empathy.” While it might sound like he’s suggesting we lead a life without compassion, he’s actually drawing ... Read MoreRead More
Understanding the Buddhist concept of anatta (non-self) can be quite challenging, and it’s normal to feel confused by it. Many people automatically think that “someone” must be in control, leading ... Read MoreRead More
In late 2019, I recorded a series of talks for “Tricycle” magazine discussing how Buddhist tools can help overcome social media and internet addiction. Although the talks went online in ... Read MoreRead More
What does the Dalai Lama have in common with old Hollywood movies, a backwoodsman turned political hero, noir mysteries in wartime San Francisco, Ronald Reagan, an Egyptian mummy, President Taft’s ... Read MoreRead More
I’ve been explaining how we can break free from our addiction to social media using teachings from early Buddhist scriptures. These teachings come from the Vitakkasanthana Sutta, which offers five ... Read MoreRead More
In late 2019, I recorded some talks for “Tricycle” magazine about how Buddhism can help tackle social media and internet addiction. These talks weren’t available online until January the following ... Read MoreRead More
Generally, we humans struggle with doing things that are good for our long-term wellbeing, especially when they are challenging in the short-term. Take meditating or exercising regularly, for example. These ... Read MoreRead More
In a series of six posts, I explain, using teachings from early Buddhist scriptures, how we can free ourselves from our addiction to social media. These teachings are found in ... Read MoreRead More
In a series of six posts, I’ll explain how we can free ourselves from social media addiction by using teachings from early Buddhist scriptures, specifically from the Vitakkasanthana Sutta, which ... Read MoreRead More
Every now and then, a Buddhist teaching catches my attention for some reason. Often, it’s because I’m not fully satisfied with the traditional interpretation. Even the most common teachings, like ... Read MoreRead More
In late 2019, I recorded a series of talks for “Tricycle” magazine about how Buddhist tools can help us overcome social media and internet addiction. Although the talks were only ... Read MoreRead More
Mindfulness is increasingly being introduced in schools to help children manage stress and improve their emotional regulation. It additionally aids in boosting focus, attention, and memory. In some schools where ... Read MoreRead More
In a series of six posts, I explain how we can break free from our addiction to social media using teachings from early Buddhist scriptures. These teachings are found in ... Read MoreRead More
Over the years, I’ve developed several effective meditation techniques to help calm the mind, based on my extensive teaching experience and nearly 35 years of personal practice. This collection of ... Read MoreRead More
Meditation is a powerful practice that can make us healthier, happier, and more compassionate. Even though many of us understand these benefits, maintaining a regular meditation routine can be challenging. ... Read MoreRead More
In a series of six posts, I explain how we can free ourselves from our addiction to social media using teachings from early Buddhist scriptures. These teachings are found in ... Read MoreRead More
Happiness is often the most suppressed emotion. If that surprises you, think about what happens during meditation: you notice when your mind starts wandering and then bring your focus back ... Read MoreRead More
In a series of six posts, I discuss how teachings from early Buddhist scriptures can help us break free from our social media addiction. These teachings are found in the ... Read MoreRead More
In a series of six posts, I’m explaining how we can break free from our addiction to social media using teachings from early Buddhist scriptures. These teachings are detailed in ... Read MoreRead More