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Remembering Sojun Mel Weitsman, teacher, abbot, founder of Berkeley Zen Center

Hozan Alan Senauke significantly shaped the Berkeley Zen Center, especially during challenging periods following major transitions.
#mindfulness

What Buddhism can teach in this moment of deep divisions: No person is 'evil,' only 'mistaken'

Democracy requires wise use of language to foster cooperation and peaceful resolution of conflicts.

Mindfulness is about 'remembering' a practice of coming back to the now

Mindfulness is increasingly adopted as a secular practice for improving quality of life and reducing stress.

The Benefits of Being Mindful of Death

Mindfulness of death can transform perspectives and enhance well-being, despite people's common tendency to ignore mortality.

What Buddhism can teach in this moment of deep divisions: No person is 'evil,' only 'mistaken'

Democracy requires wise use of language to foster cooperation and peaceful resolution of conflicts.

Mindfulness is about 'remembering' a practice of coming back to the now

Mindfulness is increasingly adopted as a secular practice for improving quality of life and reducing stress.

The Benefits of Being Mindful of Death

Mindfulness of death can transform perspectives and enhance well-being, despite people's common tendency to ignore mortality.
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#cultural-heritage

Bay Area's newest Buddhist temple a sprawling testament to perseverance

The Tam Tu Metta temple symbolizes a cultural and spiritual refuge, celebrating Vietnamese heritage and offering peace in the Bay Area.

Jun Ong's Illuminated Art: "HALO" and the Power of Light in Space | stupidDOPE

Jun Ong's art transforms ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences, using light to explore themes of enlightenment and history.

starburst installation spreads illuminating rays within temple in taiwan

Jun Ong's Halo installation celebrates enlightenment and architectural beauty through innovative light design in a historic Buddhist temple.

The World

People around the world find sacredness in local traditions and connections to nature, showcasing the diversity of sacred spaces globally.

Bay Area's newest Buddhist temple a sprawling testament to perseverance

The Tam Tu Metta temple symbolizes a cultural and spiritual refuge, celebrating Vietnamese heritage and offering peace in the Bay Area.

Jun Ong's Illuminated Art: "HALO" and the Power of Light in Space | stupidDOPE

Jun Ong's art transforms ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences, using light to explore themes of enlightenment and history.

starburst installation spreads illuminating rays within temple in taiwan

Jun Ong's Halo installation celebrates enlightenment and architectural beauty through innovative light design in a historic Buddhist temple.

The World

People around the world find sacredness in local traditions and connections to nature, showcasing the diversity of sacred spaces globally.
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#art

Marks of Existence: Expansive Exhibition for the Mind by Movimento

The exhibition highlights the beauty of natural materials while exploring Buddhist concepts of impermanence and imperfection.

Property Watch: Artist Eric Marcoux's Midcentury Oasis

The home of Eric Marcoux and Eugene Woodworth exemplifies a blend of art, nature, and design, creating a harmonious living environment.

nine collapsible layers of takuto ohta's light speak to buddhist teachings and japanese rituals

Takuto Ohta's Divergent Phase Object embodies Buddhist philosophy through light and structural decay, representing impermanence and the impact of consumption.

Every Mandala Tells a Secret

Vajrayana Buddhism's transformation reveals a complex interplay between graphic imagery and spiritual ideals.

Marks of Existence: Expansive Exhibition for the Mind by Movimento

The exhibition highlights the beauty of natural materials while exploring Buddhist concepts of impermanence and imperfection.

Property Watch: Artist Eric Marcoux's Midcentury Oasis

The home of Eric Marcoux and Eugene Woodworth exemplifies a blend of art, nature, and design, creating a harmonious living environment.

nine collapsible layers of takuto ohta's light speak to buddhist teachings and japanese rituals

Takuto Ohta's Divergent Phase Object embodies Buddhist philosophy through light and structural decay, representing impermanence and the impact of consumption.

Every Mandala Tells a Secret

Vajrayana Buddhism's transformation reveals a complex interplay between graphic imagery and spiritual ideals.
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Kung fu nuns show off martial art skills at monastery reopening in Nepal

The reopening of the Druk Amitabha monastery highlighted the empowerment of nuns through martial arts, promoting gender equality and mental health.

Beams of Light Lance Monumental Architecture in Jun Ong's Astral Installations

Ong's 'HALO' transforms architecture using light, symbolizing enlightenment and community history.

An American Buddhist Psychiatrist on Our Human Struggle

Different religious observances cultivate shared ideals of hope, compassion, and selflessness, leading individuals on unique spiritual journeys.

Kalimpong's Tibetan Culture and Monasteries: A Glimpse into Spiritual Serenity - redBus Blog

Kalimpong offers a rich Tibetan cultural experience through its monasteries, cuisine, and festivals, shaped by its historical significance and community.
#enlightenment

The Ozempic Middle Way

GLP-1 drugs can eliminate cravings, offering a glimpse into the nature of desire and its role in enlightenment.

On Bodhi Day, Buddhists commemorate Siddhartha Gautama's enlightenment by lighting lamps to combat darkness

Bodhi Day celebrates the enlightenment of the Buddha, with diverse practices and dates reflecting cultural adaptations across Buddhist traditions.

The Ozempic Middle Way

GLP-1 drugs can eliminate cravings, offering a glimpse into the nature of desire and its role in enlightenment.

On Bodhi Day, Buddhists commemorate Siddhartha Gautama's enlightenment by lighting lamps to combat darkness

Bodhi Day celebrates the enlightenment of the Buddha, with diverse practices and dates reflecting cultural adaptations across Buddhist traditions.
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#emotional-health

Three Ways to Become a Deeper Thinker

Contemplating difficult, unanswerable questions can foster personal growth and improve emotional health.

Everyday Philosophy: Are Stoicism and Buddhism unhealthy philosophies?

Healthy detachment is a fine line; too much can lead to emotional disengagement, while attachment can lead to suffering.

Three Ways to Become a Deeper Thinker

Contemplating difficult, unanswerable questions can foster personal growth and improve emotional health.

Everyday Philosophy: Are Stoicism and Buddhism unhealthy philosophies?

Healthy detachment is a fine line; too much can lead to emotional disengagement, while attachment can lead to suffering.
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#meditation

I Went to a 7-day Silent Meditation Retreat - Here's What I Learned

The author finds solace and healing through a seven-day silent meditation retreat focusing on Buddhist virtues after experiencing grief from a marital separation.

What did Shinzen Young do to get through his Shinto training? (Deity Yoga question)

Shinzen Young's training in Shinto and Deity Yoga significantly influenced his meditation practice, merging esoteric techniques with principles of focus and awareness.

I Went to a 7-day Silent Meditation Retreat - Here's What I Learned

The author finds solace and healing through a seven-day silent meditation retreat focusing on Buddhist virtues after experiencing grief from a marital separation.

What did Shinzen Young do to get through his Shinto training? (Deity Yoga question)

Shinzen Young's training in Shinto and Deity Yoga significantly influenced his meditation practice, merging esoteric techniques with principles of focus and awareness.
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The mysterious California town with 10,000 Buddhas

The City of Ten Thousand Buddhas exemplifies transformation from a historical asylum to a thriving Buddhist community focused on education and spiritual growth.

Ruby Chizuko Inouye

Ruby Inouye lived a remarkable life dedicated to family, education, and community service, positively influencing generations until her passing at 104.

How can we love fully in the face of inevitable loss? It starts with letting go | Nadine Levy

Loving and losing are inherent aspects of human relationships, leading to a cautious approach towards intimacy in light of inevitable grief.

Listening with Curiosity

Listening with curiosity is essential for bridging political and ideological divides in today's polarized environment.

After Years of Turmoil, Sri Lanka Is Making a Return - Here's How to Visit

Sri Lanka is gradually recovering its tourism sector post-crisis through sustainable practices that support local communities.

Vienna Teng in Saratoga | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Vienna Teng's journey from computer science to music culminates in her album, 'The Fourth Messenger,' which explores themes of enlightenment and human flaws.

I've been a digital nomad for 11 years. The hardest part of this lifestyle is dating.

Digital nomads should be cautious about forming attachments too quickly, as relationships often face challenges due to the transient lifestyle.
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Everyday Philosophy: Freud and the Buddha debate what to do about desire

Human craving drives both dissatisfaction with current circumstances and the pursuit of new experiences.

Busan Biennale offers us navigation through auntie power

Stretch marks are celebrated in Han Mengyun's video installation, challenging romanticized views of motherhood.

Who is the 'Laughing Buddha'? A scholar of East Asian Buddhism explains

The Laughing Buddha reflects cultural adaptations of Buddhism, differing from the historical Buddha in representation and symbolism.
#philosophy

The Human Route

Life and death are ephemeral, much like clouds, emphasizing the transient nature of existence.

Post-doctoral fellowship at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

The RGC Junior Research Fellow Scheme offers funding and research opportunities for young academics in humanities, specifically focusing on Philosophy and Religion.

The Human Route

Life and death are ephemeral, much like clouds, emphasizing the transient nature of existence.

Post-doctoral fellowship at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

The RGC Junior Research Fellow Scheme offers funding and research opportunities for young academics in humanities, specifically focusing on Philosophy and Religion.
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