Joanna Macy on the power of meditation, the communal roots of the Buddha’s path, and the need for collective action in a time of global crisis.

What does it mean to be patient when the world is on fire? We need patience now more than ever—not to wait, but to endure and act wisely.

Today marks one year since the Hamas attacks in Israel, and nearly that long since Israel’s retaliation in Gaza and the West Bank began—a year of loss, unimaginable grief, spiraling violence, and a growing humanitarian crisis.

Orienting towards the good in life is a skill. Practicing it taps into a wellspring of healing, vitality, and strength.

Gratitude and grief may seem to be in tension with one another, but gratitude and loss are inseparable. Awareness of what is present calls forth what is absent. Grief embodies our humanity …

A short reflection on the life and legacy of modern Buddhist Meditation Master Venerable Thich Nhat Hanh.

Uncertainty is a part of life. How can we learn to find more balance when everything keeps changing?

Fear and worry can signal important needs, but being wise about them can help us prevent them from controlling our lives as we transition from shelter in place to a more open society.

It’s natural to feel exhausted after all that’s happened. There’s a deep need for healing and renewal. What is one to do when even meditation feels like a chore?