“Do no harm” includes looking at how we each contribute to suffering in the world. Where does violence come from?
After every mass shooting much is said about the bravery, compassion and courage that individuals show in the face of such a horrific event, putting others lives ahead of their own safety. Why do we come together like this in the face of incredible risk to ourselves? Because we are a totality, part of something […]
Everyday Zen Podcasts from Norman Fisher are a wonderful resource. In particular this podcast of a Dharma talk published November 25 2016, “Living With Ease In A Crazy World – The American Election – Talk 2 Loon Lake Sesshin 2016” speaks to what we are all facing and how our practice informs our actions. Enjoy. […]
http://www.slate.com/articles/video/video/2016/10/nietzsche_philosophy_myths_and_distortions_in_pop_culture_video.html
Overcoming their physical challenges, an armless man and his blind best friend take action in preserving their environment by planting a forest of more than 10,000 trees in rural China. Like a classic fable, this inspirational story goes beyond pollution, climate control and Mother Nature; it’s an epic story that proves anyone and everyone can […]