Many people today are drawn to Tantra, but there are significant misconceptions about what this profound spiritual tradition entails. Contrary to popular belief, Tantra is not primarily about sexual practices. It is a comprehensive spiritual path that involves working with various aspects of our being to achieve enlightenment. In the context of Vajrayana Buddhism, Tantra’sContinue reading “What is Buddhist Tantra – really?”
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Breaking the Spell of Leadership Loneliness
It is said that “heavy is the head that wears the crown.” In the realm of leadership, loneliness is a common companion. The burdens of decision-making, the pressure of responsibility, and the perceived need for infallibility often isolate you from those you lead. This sense of isolation can create a profound and enduring loneliness. However,Continue reading “Breaking the Spell of Leadership Loneliness”
Celebrating Love: A Personal Invitation to Your Buddhist-Inspired Wedding
The decision to marry is a bold step. It’s a declaration of commitment, a pledge to traverse life’s winding paths hand in hand, come what may. As a Buddhist Minister entrusted with the sacred duty of officiating weddings, I am deeply humbled by the opportunity to witness and support couples like you as you embarkContinue reading “Celebrating Love: A Personal Invitation to Your Buddhist-Inspired Wedding”
The Art of Mindful Rest and Renewal
As the warm embrace of summer envelops The Northern Hemisphere, we are invited to pause, to breathe deeply, and to immerse ourselves in the beauty that surrounds us. The arrival of summer is not just a change in weather; it is an invitation from nature to slow down, to savor each moment, and to connectContinue reading “The Art of Mindful Rest and Renewal”
Learn a Buddhists secrets to transform your Business with wise Leadership
Starting today, I am merging this Dharma and meditation blog with my Buddhism for Leaders blog. From now on, you can find all content in one place. I will be posting biweekly on each subject—alternating between insights on Buddhism and meditation and applying Buddhist wisdom in leadership and organizational contexts. Thank you for your continuedContinue reading “Learn a Buddhists secrets to transform your Business with wise Leadership”
A Vegetarians Contribution to Compassionate Awareness during the sacred month of Saga Dawa
In the tranquil embrace of Saga Dawa, a sacred month in the Buddhist calendar, communities worldwide unite to honor traditions that transcend the ordinary. This auspicious time, commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana of Gautama Buddha, serves as a profound reminder of the values that underpin Buddhist philosophy. Among these values, compassion reigns supreme, guidingContinue reading “A Vegetarians Contribution to Compassionate Awareness during the sacred month of Saga Dawa”
Weaving the Sacred back into Everyday Life beyond the Meditation Cushion
Dear friends in the Dharma, fellow yogis, and dedicated meditators, In the rush of our daily lives, it’s all too easy to overlook the sacredness woven into each passing moment, leaving it confined to the realms of our meditation cushions. However, as a committed Buddhist practitioner, I’ve come to understand that this sacredness extends farContinue reading “Weaving the Sacred back into Everyday Life beyond the Meditation Cushion”
Honoring the Feminine: Wisdom of Historical Women in Buddhism
Today, on the one-year anniversary of International Women’s Day, March 8th, 2023, I find myself reflecting deeply on the journey since being honored with the international award “Outstanding Women in Buddhism.” I was left speechless by the recognition bestowed upon me. With profound gratitude, I became part of a historical list alongside some of theContinue reading “Honoring the Feminine: Wisdom of Historical Women in Buddhism”
Cultivating Sympathetic Joy: Embracing the Virtue of Celebration
In the vast garden of human emotions, there exists a rare and exquisite bloom: sympathetic joy. This profound quality, often referred to as mudita in our Buddhist teachings, is a sublime expression of the heart’s boundless capacity for love and compassion. As disciples on the path, we are called to nurture this virtue with tenderContinue reading “Cultivating Sympathetic Joy: Embracing the Virtue of Celebration”
Beyond Identity: Nurturing a Healthy Ego in Therapy Amidst No Self Realization in Meditation
In the expansive terrain of self-transcendence, the interplay between meditation and therapy gains greater depth when viewed through the lens of relative reality and ultimate reality on the Buddhist path. This journey extends beyond mere self-discovery, delving into the profound insight of No Self, challenging the very foundation of a permanent, unchanging identity. Meditation, asContinue reading “Beyond Identity: Nurturing a Healthy Ego in Therapy Amidst No Self Realization in Meditation”