DharmaTweets: Buddha

Remember, the Buddha is not God. But you are just as godly as the Buddha.

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Wholeness

A bucket of water from the river is not the river, just as an aspect of one's personality isn't the person. (Adapted from Gil Fronsdal)

DharmaTweets: Grace

To receive the grace of forgiveness from one you have wronged is to meet a bodhisattva. Rejoice in the wash of warmth of such love.

The Long Weekend

The shenpa always seems a bit more palpable on the Tuesdays after Monday USA holidays. Don't forget to breathe after the long weekend.

Meditation and Beer

Life is usually just a little bit better after meditating--or a nice, cold bottle of beer.

Uncarved Block or Blockhead?

I strive to be what Taoism calls The Uncarved Block--simplicity and honesty--and less of being a stubborn, arrogant, blockhead.

Sometimes Everything Isn't Enough

Some people require all the freaking loving kindness we can muster. And sometimes, even that isn't enough.