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Category: Buddhism
Do you need to Convert to Buddhism in order to Meditate? – Video Re-Blog
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The Panic That Isn’t Pretty
Maybe fear of smoking is rational. Fear of terrorism is not.
What the Dalai Lama Said about Paris
“…let us work for peace within our families and society, and not expect help from God, Buddha or the governments.”
‘What kind of Zen teacher has panic attacks?’ – Lion’s Roar
How a Zen teacher handles his first full-blown panic attack
De-Ossifying Buddhism
…we humans, being who we are, have taken the truths spoken by Jesus and Siddhartha and turned them into beliefs. We’ve had centuries to do that and to ossify our beliefs.
Precepts and Perceptions
…social scientists have shown time and again that our neurons, faced with quick decisions, may not follow the path of logic at all. They follow the path of instinct and habit.
Why Religion?
Answering the question “Why religion?” for people who don’t believe in the God portrayed in the Bible is what I’m attempting to do with my blog.
The Mel’s Mouth Cookie Meditation
I mentioned in yesterday’s post that I’d explain my cookie meditation. I’ve done it with children and adults. Adults like it best, but often I think children understand it better. I’ll give you a step-by-step guide, everything you need — except the cookie. Give everyone a cookie and ask them not to eat it yet. Have…
The Pentecostal Universalist Buddhist Bishop
The Pentecostal Universalist Buddhist Bishop
The Buddhist and the Hot Dog Vendor
We all know what the Buddhist said to the hot dog vendor: “Make me one with everything.” And most of us know what happened next. The Buddhist handed a $20 bill to the hot dog vendor, who pocketed it. “Where’s my change?” asked the Buddhist. The hot dog vendor replied: “Change comes from within.” That…
Thai Monk Brought to Heel after Anti-Muslim Comments | Fulton News
The latest news from Thailand is encouraging but sadly does not sound like the final word
Melting-Pot Dharma 