Pema Chodron

Smiling at Fear: Pema Chodron

Alison Rose Levy | Posted 11.13.2009 | Living


Alison Rose Levy

Whether we seek protection, or try to prove how brave we are, we often miss fear's true opportunity to teach us authentic courage.

Getting Unstuck, Finding Some Fun

Dr. Cara Barker | Posted 10.07.2009 | Living


Dr. Cara Barker

"...I am on my own journey/battle with forgiveness...and I find it very difficult. I feel as if I have reached a standstill. ...perhaps there is a d...

The Problem With Fear

Dr. Cara Barker | Posted 09.30.2009 | Living


Dr. Cara Barker

Fear's roots wear many costumes: anxiety, anger, revenge, power grabbing. When our own private 'boogey man' intrudes into life, what's the end-result? Very simply, fear takes us off-course.

Pema Chodron: How To Do Tonglen, A Meditation Practice For Difficult Times

Waylon Lewis | Posted 10.23.2009 | Living


Waylon Lewis

I grew up knowing Pema Chodron (the second most popular Buddhist in America, after that Dalai Lama guy). Or, rather, she knew me (I was just a little kid running around not paying attention to anything).

Hold That Email!

Michael Sigman | Posted 09.10.2009 | Living


Michael Sigman

We have a transformative opportunity in moments when our rage impels us to lash out in retaliation.

Eddie's Attic: Singer/Songwriter Ellis in Full Bloom in Atlanta

Georgianne Nienaber | Posted 05.08.2009 | Entertainment


Georgianne Nienaber

Check out Eddie's Attic if you are in Atlanta. If you live anywhere on this planet, find Ellis's performance schedule and locations.

Wanna Check out Buddhism? Top 10 Buddhist Teachers Living in America.

Waylon Lewis | Posted 01.06.2009 | Living


Waylon Lewis

Get thee to an eco meditation cushion, if only for a few minutes each morning before the day's madness ensues, and if you need a jump-start of inspiration or a little training, check out one of these Buddhist teachers.