I have been trying to study and learn about the kasinas and jhanas, and found the following explanation by Bhikkhu Bodhi to be very clear and in-depth. Rather than trying to put this into my own words, I felt it…
Right concentration
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Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes
As often as I talk about impermanence (anicca), I recently had a small revelation. Focusing on the present, I tend not to look at the past very much. But in this case, I could see how much I have changed…
Sharing is caring
I am always humbled, and slightly embarrassed when someone compliments me or thanks me for my writing. And today I thought it would be good to explain where my thoughts and perspectives come from. It is of course based completely…
Get control of yourself
Todays service at Blue Lotus Temple was especially good for a number of reasons. Don’t get me wrong, I always enjoy visiting with the Sangha members, and the dhamma talk is always wonderful and beneficial. But during todays meditation, something…
A Tattooed, Biker, Vegan Buddhist
Who am I? Standing 6′ 2″, with three earrings, goatee, numerous tattoos, and sporting size 14 shoes, one might form certain opinions and judgements about me. Would my outward appearance suggest that I am a Buddhist? Would you ever guess…