Is God even a question? When questioned about my Buddhist practice, I am often asked if Buddhist’s believe in God. Most people assume that Buddhist’s do not believe in a external being of God. When Buddha was asked about God,…
Who is God?
Tag: equanimity
What is a Buddhist?
First of all, this is strictly my opinion and certainly not any sort of official commentary on being a Buddhist. I am not a Monk, not a teacher, and certainly not a scholar. For me, a Buddhist is peaceful above…
The perverted mind
Vipallāsa means “perversions” or “distortions” There are four perversions which may be either of perception of consciousness or of views. And which are these four? To regard what is impermanent (anicca) as permanent; what is painful (dukkha) as pleasant or…
Whats love got to do with it?
Think of the people you love the most; Mom, Dad, Husband, Wife, child or dear friend. Now ask yourself why do you love them. Or better yet, how do you love them? Do you love them because of what they…
Mindful eating
Over the years I have tried many times to go vegetarian or even vegan, but failed miserably. Growing up in Chicago with things like Portillo’s Beef, Cheese and Sausage pizza, White Castle hamburgers etc etc, it has been a difficult…