- Oct 29
- 3 min
Healing Our Brokenness
It seems like empathy and respect are in short supply these days. We can see this lack of empathy every time we turn on the news or...
- Sep 1
- 3 min
Vaccine Hesitancy and the Parable of the Poisoned Arrow
Discerning what is wholesome and unwholesome is central to the Buddhist way of life. The Buddha taught that our spiritual path is founded...
- Aug 25
- 2 min
Our Imaginary Walls
We all live with imaginary walls. Some walls are necessary because they create healthy boundaries and offer protection. However, some of...
- Jul 26
- 4 min
On Memory, Rituals, and the Spirit of Obon
Obon season is here again and unfortunately, due to the ongoing pandemic, we will not be able to hold our Bon Dance for another year. We...
- Jun 22
- 3 min
Living Fearlessly by Learning How to Fail
As Summer begins, our thoughts turn to graduation and the celebration of this milestone. This is a time to reflect on how our...
- May 18
- 2 min
“We” is Greater Than “I”: Why I Got Vaccinated
Shakyamuni Buddha has often been considered a great physician or healer. He observed, diagnosed, prescribed treatment, and offered a cure...
- May 4
- 3 min
Reflecting on Anti-Asian Hate: Going to the Dharma for Guidance
The recent killing of eight people at Asian-owned spas in Atlanta, Georgia has left us shocked, horrified, and saddened by these...
