Loving-Kindness in a World That Feels Too Restricted Love is rarely as simple as we might want it to be. It arrives quietly, insistently, sometimes in forms we do not recognize. We celebrate romance, cherish those closest to us, and yet often glance past the vast, unfolding field of beings who share this world withContinue reading “Expanding Our Circles of Loving-Kindness in a World of Cries”
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What does Buddhism Say About Love, Trust, and Partnership?
In Buddhism, love is not an object you stumble upon, clutch tightly, and fear losing. It is not a trophy for the fortunate, nor a prize for the deserving. Love is metta—loving kindness—an essence already present within every living being, though often buried beneath layers of fear, desire, and misunderstanding. When the Buddha spoke ofContinue reading “What does Buddhism Say About Love, Trust, and Partnership?”
Interdependence Day — A Jataka Tale for the 4th of July
AI Generated image While fireworks crackle across the summer sky and families gather to celebrate independence across the United States, there’s an ancient story from the Buddha’s past lives that offers a gentle nudge toward a deeper kind of freedom — one rooted not in separation, but in connection. Here in Europe, we may notContinue reading “Interdependence Day — A Jataka Tale for the 4th of July”
Explore What Meditation Paths are Best for You: Theravāda, Mahāyāna, or Vajrayāna
In our modern meditation landscape, the word meditation has taken on many shapes. We see apps, retreats, and hashtags offering everything from stress relief to spiritual awakening. But behind all this modern accessibility lies an ancient, nuanced map of meditation traditions—each with its own depth, method, and view. As someone who has walked this pathContinue reading “Explore What Meditation Paths are Best for You: Theravāda, Mahāyāna, or Vajrayāna”
Seasons of the Heart: Moving Mindfully into Spring with Joy & Hope
As winter loosens its grip and we step into the vibrant embrace of spring, there’s a palpable shift both in nature and within ourselves. The world awakens from its slumber—buds unfurl, days stretch longer, and a fresh sense of renewal colors our everyday lives. This season of hope and lightness invites us to pause, breathe,Continue reading “Seasons of the Heart: Moving Mindfully into Spring with Joy & Hope”
Lucia, The Return of Light: Inner Radiance, and Buddha Nature
The Light in the DarknessIn Sweden, December is a time when the sun offers only fleeting visits. The days are short, the nights long, and the darkness pervasive. Yet, amidst this, we celebrate Lucia—a luminous symbol of hope, courage, and the returning light. The image of a white-clad figure crowned with candles walking through theContinue reading “Lucia, The Return of Light: Inner Radiance, and Buddha Nature”
When We Love, We Win: The Power of Loving-Kindness in a Troubled World
In a world that often feels fractured and divided, it’s easy to get swept away in worries, conflicts, and the feeling of separation. Yet, there is a simple yet profound way to find peace, resilience, and true happiness: by expanding our hearts to include others. When we love, we win—not only as individuals but asContinue reading “When We Love, We Win: The Power of Loving-Kindness in a Troubled World”
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”
སྒྲོལ་མའི་བསྟོད་པ། In Praise of Tara
Tara, also known as Drolma in Tibetan, is a Bodhisattva or Buddha of compassion in action, a protector who comes to our aid to relieve physical, emotional, and spiritual suffering. She is not like most of us human beings who, yes, can admit to her virtue of being a helper, but at the same time,Continue reading “སྒྲོལ་མའི་བསྟོད་པ། In Praise of Tara”
The most dangerous thing in the world
The 17th Karmapa has said that : A lack of love can cause people to have no help when they need help, no friends when they need a friend. So, in a sense, the most dangerous thing in the world is apathy. We think of weapons, violence, warfare, disease as terrible dangers, and indeed theyContinue reading “The most dangerous thing in the world”
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